They could have put that damn thing in a better spot...

Ya know?!?

 

like the alternator.

 

See.... I don't even have to say it lol...

 

lol.

 

Just to add some value to this topic..
My 99 XJ sat pretty much all winter. Went to fire it up, and the belt squealed like a pig and smoked.
Took the belt off and the alternator pulley was frozen solid.
Took it out tried to free it up, and no go. Just got done replacing it, and a new belt.
Total cost $160..
Total time, 2 hours.
Removed fan.
Loosen tension pulley.
Take off belt.
Take off alternator.
Install new.
Install belt.
Tighten tension pulley.
Install fan.
Button things up;

If the alternator was where it should be.
Total time 30 mins.. tops

 

lol. mine is top mounted where the a/c would be. it takes me like 2 minutes to get out and back in. and its safe from the deep mud holes

 

I plan on doing this too. What size belt did you use and did you delete the a/c?

 

Here is one.... Why did the put that on top it and behind there!

 

i forget what size belt. i think it was one from an xj that didnt have a/c from factory. i have no a/c at all because i dont need it since all my doors come off in the warm weather

 

So then all I would have to do is order an a/c delete belt and that would fit?

 

Even without A/C the alternator is on the bottom and there is just a pulley where the A/C Compressor should be.

 

Electrical wiring...seriously...they picked the worst cheapest wires and worst ways to put it. Always break

 

Or the oil filter, upside down in the most awkward spot really?

 

Ever drain the radiator the factory recommended way? Step 1: remove headlight.

 

The CPS!