In article et>, necromancer wrote:

> the engine compartment after I pulled over. It was just the wheel and
> the bolt that attached to the alternator. Fortunately, the bolt didn't
> appear to be broken, so hopefully it will be a quick fix for the
> mechanic.

If the bolt is fine then someone didn't tighten it for certain....

Couldnt tell from your story if it was loose bolts or the thing had
sheared.