Alternator removal woes

[CocoaFL_Valkrider]

Howdy folks...my alternator has died and needs to be rebuilt/replaced. My problem is I've got it "almost" out but can't quite get it out all the way. It's cocked back end in and front end out but the :fins" wont clear the case. Is there anyone out there in the Brevard county area that has experience removing their alternator that could give assistance? I welcome pointers from all but this may require hands on help...thanks in advance for any help.

[sixlow]

The fins hit the case and then spin slightly up to remove it or trim an 1/8 inch off the end of the bolt that is hitting the frame on the back. good luck.

[CocoaFL_Valkrider]

Thanks Sixlow. With a little more effort I got the alternator out and now need to test it.

[DD]

we ask at Daytona Fun Machine today about the cost and a 99 Gold Wing Alternator is $349.00. 
don't know how much to rebuild one, it was $180.00 about 7-9 yrs ago.   but you might look on E Bay to find a cheaper/new one.   
the GW ones fit, you just have turn it a little.  sorry didn't see this till after mike post and figured you get it. 
Good Luck 

[TJ]

New Alt from Partzilla $245.00

[John Schmidt]

$234 from Procaliber. Found they're cheaper than Partszilla on almost everything. That price is for a Goldwing alternator, any of them will fit.

[sixlow]

$103.51 on ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-HONDA-GOLDWING-ALTERNATOR-GL1500-GL-1500-/360628354509?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item53f71ffdcd&vxp=mtr

link to my thread may help too
http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/index.php/topic,75895.0.html

[CocoaFL_Valkrider]

As always, lots of responses and helpful suggestions...thanks to you all! I did find tons of alternators on ebay and amazon for under $200. Again, great community...need to visit the boards much more!