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chainsaw
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« on: June 15, 2004, 04:50:46 AM » |
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I'd like to change the original generator to an altenator. Can someone help? What do I need to do/what size altenator/other advice???
Thanks
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ACE
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« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2004, 07:58:55 AM » |
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Hi Chainsaw, I've used a 65amp Bosch alternator with built in regulator with a modified red motor mounting bracket. Hope this helps,  Regards ACE  |
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chainsaw
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« Reply #2 on: June 18, 2004, 06:26:09 AM » |
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Thanks Ace Can you please tell me; What was the Alternator off ? how much did you need to alter the bracket and what if any changes to the wireing? Are you happy with the change?  Have had my FE for 7 years with little trouble but starting to need a little work now.  |
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ACE
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« Reply #3 on: June 19, 2004, 12:39:48 AM » |
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Hi Chainsaw, I've emailled you a pic of the modified alternator bracket with instructions on how to wire it up. Regards ACE |
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Trevor_B
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« Reply #4 on: June 19, 2004, 01:12:24 AM » |
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ACE,
Any chance of posting the wiring instructions?
I've got a self regulating 55 amp unit that was removed during a respray. I've done some re-wiring as well and now not sure about the main power out wire ie the one that comes from the threaded terminal with nut. I assume this goes straight to the postitive termianl on the battery??
The other connection is a spade connection which I assume goes to the Gen indicator light in the instrumentation panel?
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Trevor_B
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ACE
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« Reply #5 on: June 19, 2004, 01:21:01 AM » |
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Trevor_B
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« Reply #6 on: June 19, 2004, 08:24:06 AM » |
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Thanks ACE,
good to be sure of the correct wiring - saves the embarrassment of sparks, smoke and a panicked rush for the fire extinguisher!
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mick wilson
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« Reply #7 on: June 30, 2004, 11:13:49 PM » |
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ACE,
I am also wanting to convert to alternator, any chance you could send me picture of bracket + wiring + what Alternator did you use and what car was it from. My email address is micwil@bigpond.net.au
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Mick Wilson
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ACE
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« Reply #8 on: July 01, 2004, 03:25:33 AM » |
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Hi Mick, Email is on its way. Regards ACE |
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« Reply #9 on: July 01, 2004, 05:03:56 AM » |
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Thanks ACE, you are a legend !!!
Rgds
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« Reply #10 on: July 01, 2004, 06:03:29 AM » |
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hey ace cani have a copy to cheers rubble rubble69@mcmedia.com.au |
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RET
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« Reply #11 on: July 01, 2004, 09:27:31 PM » |
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There seems to be a lot of interest in this topic. ACE, how about you send me the info and we can add it to our Tech Info section?
cheers
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« Reply #12 on: July 02, 2004, 06:41:44 AM » |
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I put an HQ alternator in my EJ (14V 55amp) . It had an external regulator (also HQ I think) which bolted into the same position as the original and even used the original bolt holes. Hooked up to the original wiring too I think. If the same regulator was used in the FE/FC this might work. Details are a bit sketchy as it was a while back.
David
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