Lower alternator bolt 1999 JXI 2.5 V6 H code

[RickZler]

What size is the lower alternator bolt on the pivot side of the alternator. 14mm?,15mm?. Also what is the best set up to remove it. May be the car isn't jacked up high enough but right now its hard to access it . A short 12 point 14mm with a universal is to short and without the universal is to short. A 12 point deep socket with a short extension is to long because of oil pressure sending unit and exhaust manifolds. Is it easier to work through the AC freon lines and the radiator mounting area just above the front pillar or should I work underneath where there are many things in the way? I was thinking of working between the radiotor mounting pillar just above the freon lines with a extra long extension and attach that to a smaller extension which is attached to the universal which is attached to the socket. The problem with working underneath is that when I finally get the socket on the bolt there is no room what so ever to move the ratchet to break it loose. I know guys on here probably think this is funny but I'm willing to be the brunt of some humor in order to save me hours of work in the freezing cold. One other thing the Haynes repair guide says I dont need to remove the PS pump but it looks a whole lot easier with it out of the way. Any advice will be helpful and I really appreciate your time.

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[dcotter0579]

Try removing the r/f wheel and the splash shield and going in that way.

[RickZler]

Originally Posted by dcotter0579

Try removing the r/f wheel and the splash shield and going in that way.

Thanks but the bolt is on the back of the alternator facing the oil pressure sending unit . So I still probably have to work underneath. Its just that when I get the socket on the bolt head there is no room to move the rachet.
Do you happen to know the size of the bolt head?
13mm?, 14mm?, 15mm?
Its very tight under there so I probably just need to try a couple of different set ups from different angles till I could get the socket on the bolt straight and have enough room to move the rachet to break it loose. I was just wondering if this is a common question and an answer for the best way would be readily available.

Thanks