E36 alternator DIY?

[m3f_iNcUbUs_21]

Got the old alternator out, but what do I need to release the tension from the belt? I popped the cap off the tensioner but can't seem to get the tension released.

[m3f_M3cosmos95]

i think the stock one is an Allen key...not sure what size though since my AA one is a torx.


i think i used an Allen key and a pipe

[m3f_iNcUbUs_21]

Thats what I was afraid of...anyone know what size? Going to run down to the parts store in a minute

[m3f_mmenefee]

8mm if I remember right

[m3f_iNcUbUs_21]

8mm if I remember right

Thanks man. Think I'm just gonna pick up a set

[m3f_iNcUbUs_21]

SOB. Just found a huge tear in the elbow after the HFM. Is it time to do the ASC delete and get a new elbow?

[m3f_KnudsonsM3]

SOB. Just found a huge tear in the elbow after the HFM. Is it time to do the ASC delete and get a new elbow?

id keep the asc man...

[m3f_slcook54]

id keep the asc man...

The way you drive, you need it.

[m3f_iNcUbUs_21]

id keep the asc man...

I suppose...anyone have the part number for a replacement elbow?

[m3f_KnudsonsM3]

The way you drive, you need it.

You think ima crazy man huh?



HEy how you been though? We need to have lunch or somethin sometime