My 67 has developed a noisy bearing sound,mostly noticeable on idle.It sounds like it's coming from the generator ( a high pitched,whirring sound) I was wondering if this is a replaceable bearing that would be readily availiable? I am planning a top end rebuild,new rings, valve job,etc. When I have the engine out I plan on taking care of this problem also. Anyone done this before? Fred
The whirring may also be the brushes riding on the commutator. Hold the brushes up a bit and see if that affects the sound (might want to disconnect the gen first).
Speedy Jim
12V generators use # 6202 bearings. Buy the ones with double seals. They are available from any bearing house.
To check them, use a long screwdriver, with the blunt end in your ear and the sharp end stuck in the 2 ends of the generator while the engine is running. That will let you pin down the source of the sound.
Keep the screwdriver and your hair away from the belt and pulley!
------------------------------------------------ Jim Adney snipped-for-privacy@vwtype3.org Madison, WI 53711 USA
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What bearing could I use for an Altenator? (82L)
Brush end is a 6201. Pulley end is a 6203.
------------------------------------------------ Jim Adney snipped-for-privacy@vwtype3.org Madison, WI 53711 USA
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Jim, you are the bearing king!Thanks for answering my question on my generator bearing problem. I will be checking it out soon. Fred 67 bug
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