Generator bracket on Super A

Farmall-H · Jul 18, 2011

Hey guys, I noticed when taking the alternator off of my Super A that one of the bolts on the bracket is missing. By bracket I mean the one that holds the generator/alternator towards the block. Do you know what size these bracket bolts are that screw into the block?

Thanks and God Bless,

-Cole

Jim Becker · Jul 18, 2011

If the bracket wasn't modified, the missing bolt is the same size as the one that isn't missing.

gene bender · Jul 18, 2011

Jim how did you figure that out.

Athol Carr · Jul 18, 2011

The parts book list two 3/8-16NC hex head capscrews

Jim Becker · Jul 18, 2011

(quoted from post at 19:57:37 07/18/11) Jim how did you figure that out.

xtensive research?

mkirsch · Jul 19, 2011

(quoted from post at 16:57:37 07/18/11) Jim how did you figure that out.

That's the problem these days. There isn't enough "figure it out" going on. People have forgotten how to "figure it out." Everyone wants the quick answer.

You've got a bracket that's clearly held on by two bolts. One bolt is missing.

There are two ways you can handle this:

1. Stand there, scratch your head for a while, then go online and ask.

2. Remove the other bolt, test fit it in the empty hole. If it fits, take it to the hardware store and buy a matching bolt.

If you choose #1 you will forever be dependent on others to tell you what to do.

If you choose #2 you've now learned a new skill that can help you not only in fixing tractors, but in many other aspects of everyday life. You've learned to think logically and critically. You've learned to analyze the situation and think your way out of a problem. You've learned to think creatively.

Jim Becker · Jul 19, 2011

There are two ways you can handle this:

There is a third way to handle it, the RTFM solution.
3. Look it up in the Parts Catalog.

The ironic part of this is what would have happened if both bolts had been there. Most guys would have removed both and thrown them in a box. When reinstalling, the bolts get stuck back in with no thought as to which bolt came from which location.

mkirsch · Jul 19, 2011

(quoted from post at 09:39:15 07/19/11)

There are two ways you can handle this:

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There is a third way to handle it, the RTFM solution.
3. Look it up in the Parts Catalog.

True, you can do that online at CaseIH's website now. A couple of years ago you needed to buy your own parts book, and most people didn't/wouldn't.

Thing is, there's really no need for a parts book in this case. We're not talking rocket science here.

The only concern I could see here is if there was a need for a shorter/longer bolt in one of the holes. Of course if you use a bolt that's too long and keep cranking down on it until you crack the engine block, that's your own stupidity.

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