Wires To Alternator Help - Page 3

btwilson86 · 03-09-2010, 07:40 AM

I 2nd that, get it tested. Some stores can test the regulator/diodes while it's on the car, so you literally just drive there.

SuperSpartan · 07-01-2010, 02:26 AM

I sometimes get that issue and am curious to how can i identify and replace the fusible link, cause all the signs point to that.

cre · 10-03-2010, 07:47 PM

ALT 100A FL in the engine bay fuse box.

Some aftermarket power wires also have a FL in the middle of them; just a 1" to 2" sections of a different diameter is what you can look for.

cre · 10-03-2010, 10:19 PM

Um... you know it comes out from the bottom, right? And you can use a sealed one as specified for later years in place of the wire if your car had the wire.

cre · 10-04-2010, 12:05 AM

Then look closer... I'm not making it up. The top half and bottom separate and each section of the inside of the upper comes out individually. The fusible links do not pull out from the top.

The contained module versus wire is just a matter of preference and are interchangeable... it's just as possible that yours was replaced once already with a wire FL.... it's also possible that some jackass replaced it with regular wire (BAD idea).

cre · 10-04-2010, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Benesesso

Have no idea what to do next--

nor did you from the start.... jebus, there's a time you just have to suck it up and pay a mechanic. All the parts you're looking at there are bits of the former FL.... OPEN UP THE FUSE BOX.

And there's nothing triple about that part... get it open, look what you're dealing with and don't be a dipshit (example below).

Quote:

Originally Posted by Benesesso

Amazing! As soon as it cools down a little (still over 100 deg here) I'm going to run a 10 ga. wire and jumper the socket. I think all the F.L. does is protect the alternator from a short, so until I can get another triple socket assembly (if ever) that's what I'll have to do.

Yes, because engine fires only happen to the OTHER GUY and they're sooo much fun anyway.

cre · 10-04-2010, 05:13 AM

I haven't had one apart in a couple years (since I replaced one on a friend's MKIII) so the finer points escape me. But it does come apart and there are two screws which clamp the 100A ALT FL in place from below. Unbolt the fuse box, lift it up and take a look around. You may need to feed more wire from the wiring harness into the bottom of the box to create sufficient slack.

Nothing should require significant force.

03-09-2010, 07:40 AM	#21
btwilson86 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Billings, Montana Posts: 1,034	I 2nd that, get it tested. Some stores can test the regulator/diodes while it's on the car, so you literally just drive there. __________________ 1989 7MGTE R154 Targa Top White Package w/Blue Interior Driftmotion 57trim CT26, Upgraded Intercooler, 2.25" Hard Pipes, 3" Turbo Back Exhaust with Test Pipe, HKS VPC w/GM 3 bar MAP sensor, APEXi S-AFC, Walbro 255lph fuel pump, ProSport EVO Series Boost / Fuel Pressure / AFR gauges, Lotek a Pillar Gauge Pod, HKS Type 0 Turbo Timer, Eibach Lowering Springs, Tokico Illumina II TEMS struts, custom powder coated Motegi Racing TrakLite wheels

07-01-2010, 02:26 AM	#22
SuperSpartan 3" Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Tucson Arizona Posts: 97	I sometimes get that issue and am curious to how can i identify and replace the fusible link, cause all the signs point to that. __________________ 1990 Toyota Supra Turbo!! www.cardomain.com/ride/3067504

10-03-2010, 07:47 PM	#23
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	ALT 100A FL in the engine bay fuse box. Some aftermarket power wires also have a FL in the middle of them; just a 1" to 2" sections of a different diameter is what you can look for. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

10-03-2010, 10:19 PM	#24
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	Um... you know it comes out from the bottom, right? And you can use a sealed one as specified for later years in place of the wire if your car had the wire. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

10-04-2010, 12:05 AM	#25
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	Then look closer... I'm not making it up. The top half and bottom separate and each section of the inside of the upper comes out individually. The fusible links do not pull out from the top. The contained module versus wire is just a matter of preference and are interchangeable... it's just as possible that yours was replaced once already with a wire FL.... it's also possible that some jackass replaced it with regular wire (BAD idea). __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar ---> Last edited by cre; 10-04-2010 at 12:08 AM.

10-04-2010, 05:13 AM	#27
cre Toyota Racing Development Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 5,038	I haven't had one apart in a couple years (since I replaced one on a friend's MKIII) so the finer points escape me. But it does come apart and there are two screws which clamp the 100A ALT FL in place from below. Unbolt the fuse box, lift it up and take a look around. You may need to feed more wire from the wiring harness into the bottom of the box to create sufficient slack. Nothing should require significant force. __________________ If something breaks or you need to contact a member of the administration please post HERE. Unless it's a private or administration matter please post it on the forum. It benefits no one else if car related questions aren't posted for future users and takes away from the time I'm able to spend helping on the rest of the forum. If you're so inclined I'm always more than happy to accept tips via PayPal. Tip Jar --->

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