Dumb alternator question
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Slingshot
Joined: Dec 2001
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From: Charlotte NC
Dumb alternator question
Okay, here is a dumb alternator plug question.
What is the best way to get the rubber boot off of the alternator nut connector without ripping it. My connector is 22+ years old and I would hate to damage it while trying to take it off to get to the nut. Do you guys have any tips on how to get this off without splitting the old rubber?
Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks.
What is the best way to get the rubber boot off of the alternator nut connector without ripping it. My connector is 22+ years old and I would hate to damage it while trying to take it off to get to the nut. Do you guys have any tips on how to get this off without splitting the old rubber?
Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks.
Drifting
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Wichita KS
If it's baked hard as a rock. You will probably crack it trying to remove it. If the rubber is still plyable, it should come off without damaging it. I would think you could get these covers on a "Help" rack at O Riellies or AutoZone. I know restoration shops like Year One carry them.
Le Mans Master
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From: One day you're a Comet...the next day you're dust... Arkansas
Okay, here is a dumb alternator plug question.
What is the best way to get the rubber boot off of the alternator nut connector without ripping it. My connector is 22+ years old and I would hate to damage it while trying to take it off to get to the nut. Do you guys have any tips on how to get this off without splitting the old rubber?
Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks.
What is the best way to get the rubber boot off of the alternator nut connector without ripping it. My connector is 22+ years old and I would hate to damage it while trying to take it off to get to the nut. Do you guys have any tips on how to get this off without splitting the old rubber?
Any help will be appreciated.
Thanks.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2007
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From: Tampa Florida
Back in the day people used to use lacquer thinner, WD40, brake fluid, and or carb cleaner (for removal) to soften gasket/rubber material. I have used lacquer thinner and WD 40 with good results. I'm sure the rubber boot is beat from the engine bay's heat. It might bust no mater what you do.....go slow and do not use "sharp" tools...I'll keep my fingers crossed for you. Good Luck!
