RobertE Posted July 4, 2016 Report Posted July 4, 2016 I've determined the likely cause of some cackling I've been getting in my headset is the condenser in the alternator circuit. Is this a free-standing device that my mechanic can replace or must the alternator be returned to the shop that overhauled it? I've got a 1981J model. Thanks.
CaptRJM Posted July 4, 2016 Report Posted July 4, 2016 Your A/P should be able to replace it with no issue.
nels Posted July 4, 2016 Report Posted July 4, 2016 On an automobile it's usually fastened to the side of the alternator. I would think the same on the plane. A $3 part at the auto parts house but probably ten times that at your flight service station? I would think the cowling needs to be removed to replace.
N201MKTurbo Posted July 4, 2016 Report Posted July 4, 2016 My J doesn't have an alternator capacitor. My F didn't either, but it did have a noise filter. I just looked in the IPC and it doesn't list one.
nels Posted July 4, 2016 Report Posted July 4, 2016 I think a filter and a capacitor and a condenser are all the same thing with different names.
Guest Posted July 4, 2016 Report Posted July 4, 2016 Mooney normally did not install one, I would guess internal alternator issue first. Clarence
laytonl Posted July 5, 2016 Report Posted July 5, 2016 My 92 J has a filter behind the CB panel. I believe my 78 j did too. Lee
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