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Back to life... I have some observations.
1. A 20 amp increase is only one reason to do the swap. Another is that the Maxiam alternator is only 2/3 the cost of the 70 amp pathfnder unit. So if you need to replace one ......
2. The instructions are good except he leaves out some crucial details. First, the alternator just doesn't 'come out' The tensioner bracket has to be loosened and swung out of the way to drop the alternator out.
3. It's difficult to get the bolts lined up when installing the alternator. There is very poor visibilty and everything with the back bolt has to be done by feel with a plate from the suspension in the way.
4. I had the alternator go out on my 94 so I took the one from my 95 to replace it with. There is subtle difference you need to be aware of BEFORE installation. The stud for the battery wire is larger on the 95 than the 94 so the lug will need to be replaced with one larger. (I'm assuming my 95 alternator was OEM. The label said it was a 170 and made by Hitachi, remanufactured. )
5. Also, it mentions 10 mm bolts. ALL the bolts on the 94 alternator I had were 12 mm. No 10's. Also, the grounging wire screw can be turned with an 8 mm socket as well as a phillips screw driver.
So, installation was much worse than removal. Don't expect it to be as quick and easy as the removal might be. I need to get my Maxima alternator now and the installation should go smoother now I know what to expect.
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I had it checked out by my mechanic prior to purchase and he said they needed to be replaced. I believe that because I do not know when they were changed before, better to replace them so I know what I have.
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Are you sure it actually needs bearings? A lot of the time they can be re greased and adjusted.
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I have just purchased a 1991 Nissan Pathfinder 4x4 it is factory original and it needs some front end work. I am thinking of tackling this myself. Needs wheel bearings, tie rod ends, ball joints and upper control arm bushings. Any information would be helpful. I plan on keeping this for a longtime. I want to buy parts with a lifetime warranty and I want heavy duty. I also want to lift the truck, and I can't find information on that.
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Thank you for the add. I just bought a 1991 Nissan Pathfinder 4x4 SE, and it needs some front end work. I am looking forward to recommendations and how to's. This my first foreign vehicle...I have only owned Chevy 4x4. This vehicle seems to be really easy to replace parts on. I am located in Tallahassee FL USA
how to install a 90 amp alternator
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I have taken all the bolts out and wires are disconnected. I still can't get the alternator out...any help would be appreciated