broken output stud - delco type alternator

[snook91901]

In trying to free the corroded nuts from the output stud, I managed to shear the entire stud off inside the alternator. Considering that this guy has been out in the rain on a seawall for a few years, is it even worth cracking it open, removing, and replacing the broken stud when brand new replacements like this http://www.amazon.com/Delco-Marine-A...628090&sr=1-11 are available for so cheap?

What does everybody think? Are these alternators pretty resistant to the elements?

[hanleyclifford]

If the alternator has been outside in the rain the chances are good that other components such as bearings and field windings are also questionable. Unless an alternator is worth a rebuild, trash it. It is your labor that is the most expensive item.

[Dave Neptune]

Nothing to loose

Snook, nothing to loose by opening it up. If it opens and there is corrosion on the wiring close it up and use it for a core and get a rebuilt unless you want to go to a higher rated output. Same thing if it doesnt want to open do the core and rebuild. Even if it's shot the casing and stator would be of value to a rebuilder and I would try to go direct to one.

Dave Neptune