C5 mk1 alternator.

[jrc5]

So the bearings have gone in the alternator (it's definitely not the clutch pulley as mine doesn't have one on the alternator).

Is it possible to replace the bearings in them? I can't seem to find any listed for the alternator on the net.

[citro6hydra]

Hi, the answer is yes, if you know the specific make/type of alternator you may find a bearing listing somewhere but it will probably be quicker to dismantle the alternator look at the number on the bearings and buy a new pair. It is a fairly easy repair.
Also of course check the brushes and slip rings although they are usually even at quite high mileages.
Hope this assists

[jrc5]

Hi, the answer is yes, if you know the specific make/type of alternator you may find a bearing listing somewhere but it will probably be quicker to dismantle the alternator look at the number on the bearings and buy a new pair. It is a fairly easy repair.
Also of course check the brushes and slip rings although they are usually even at quite high mileages.
Hope this assists

Thanks for that information, I have found a replacement alternator on the evilbay for £35, think I'll buy that to stick on the car and then strip mine down whilst it's not in use.

[Peter.N.]

You should be OK with that, I have never bought a new alternator since they were invented, in fact I don't think I have ever had one fail except in the very early days on a Vauxhall Cresta which seized up and I burnt my fingers on the pulley as the fan belt had been skidding on it.

Peter