Alternator Idler Pulley bolt snapped

[ike84]

I think your best bet would likely be a long left hand thread extraction bit, although I've not had to address this problem before. The end of the bolt will still have threads so you're not going to be able to just hammer it out I would think.

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[spdrcr21]

Originally Posted by ike84

I think your best bet would likely be a long left hand thread extraction bit, although I've not had to address this problem before. The end of the bolt will still have threads so you're not going to be able to just hammer it out I would think.

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HI Ike84. Thanks for the suggestion. That's another option I have know!

I've taken out the alternator before. I remember the threads just go into a bushing that can be popped out. I'm thinking I can just pop that bushing out with the broken bolt still attached and get it out from the engine side. This the main option I'm leaning toward so far. Anyone have any concerns with it.

Anyone think I can use jbweld to put the bolt back together enough to unscrew it?

Thanks!

[Frodo]

I have virtually zero experience with JBW, so keep that in mind.

However, I would think it would be tough to apply it in such a way that you keep it ONLY on the bolt. I'd be nervous that I'd gum up the whole works and never get any of it out again.

That said, if the stuff is as magical as they make it out to be, and you only apply a match-head amount of it in the center of the bolt and only gently push it into place, who knows? Might work.

Let us know how it works out if you happen to go that route..