Genuine Nissan Alternator Top Adjusting Bracket TB42 GQ Y60 - Nissan Patrol Y60 GQ 1987-1997

This is a genuine Nissan New Old Stock (NOS) top adjusting bracket for the alternator, designed specifically for Nissan Patrol GQ Y60 and Ford Maverick DA models fitted with the TB42 petrol engine. Mounted at the top of the alternator on the front of the engine, this bracket is critical for setting and maintaining the correct tension on the alternator drive belt, ensuring your charging system operates reliably.

Constant engine vibration and heat cycles can cause the original bracket to fatigue and crack over time, making it impossible to hold proper belt tension. The most common signs of a failing bracket include a squealing drive belt, a flickering battery warning light, or visible cracks on the bracket itself. Replacing it is a straightforward job for any home mechanic with basic tools, involving loosening the alternator and drive belt to swap out the old part.

Product Features

• Genuine Nissan Quality: As a New Old Stock (NOS) part, it guarantees the same quality, material strength, and perfect fitment as the day your vehicle left the factory.
• Built to Last: Manufactured to OEM specifications from high-grade metal to resist cracking and fatigue from engine vibration and under-bonnet heat.
• Restore Correct Tension: Provides a solid, reliable mounting point for precise alternator belt adjustment, eliminating slippage and preventing charging system faults.
• Installation Note: While replacing the bracket, it is a good time to inspect and potentially replace the alternator drive belt and any other related mounting hardware that shows signs of wear or corrosion.

Vehicle Fitment

• 1987-1997 GQ Patrol LWB, SWB, Ute Single Cab, TB42, TB42E, TB42S
• 1987-1994 DA Maverick LWB, SWB, TB42

Please check vehicle fitment to confirm compatibility with your vehicle. Please contact us with your VIN details if you require further assistance to confirm fitment.

Aftermarket Product Alternative

Cheaper, non-genuine brackets often use inferior metal that can bend, flex or crack under the constant stress of holding belt tension. A failure of this small part can cause the alternator drive belt to come loose, leading to a sudden loss of battery charging, power steering, and water pump function, potentially leaving you stranded. Investing in a genuine Nissan part is cheap insurance against a major failure when you're far from home.

Nissan Genuine Parts

Nissan Genuine Parts are the official OEM components designed and manufactured by Nissan. They are known for their precise engineering, perfect fitment, and durability, ensuring your Patrol performs exactly as the factory intended. Using Genuine parts guarantees compatibility and maintains the reliability you expect from your 4x4.