Rattling from new alternator…

So I just replaced my alternator the old one was whining and not charging up my voltage, I just bought a remanufactured one from orileys. I noticed the new alternator clicked when I spun it, is that normal. I put in the new one and notice now there is a rattling/clicking sound coming from the engine bay. New alt is working great but just want to get rid of that sound.

 

Alternator should not make any noise. Take it back & get another. Spin it before you leave the store. Maybe save you another trip.

 

It's worth the extra money to get a Denso one

 

Take it back. A lot of companies to really give a hoot how many times you have to work hard to replace their life time warranty items. I agree that a lot of the time it is worth the extra $'s for quality.

 

Did you perhaps drop a socket or other tool that's rattling around?

 

Take you old one to an alternator shop and have them repair it, cost a little more but will be a way better alternator

 

Is the belt tight to spec?

 

Sounds like typical parts store junk, best go get it exchanged. Better hang onto your receipt after, those parts store "lifetime warranty" alternators rarely last more than a year or two.

 

One weekend I went through every Auto Zone with in 50 miles.

Never did get an alternator that worked . Had a re manufactured Denso by Tuesday from my local dealer.

Ate the core charge fixed the original for a spare.

 

They call them "Spray and pray" in the industry. They look nice though!

 

Typical with most parts store junk, it may have a "lifetime warranty" but you will be replacing it for a lifetime too.