my own GM alternator swap GM 7127 alternator.
....this page describes what to ask for at the parts counter.
http://teglerizer.com/alternator/Index.html
granted it's Triumph oriented..but it's a good Lucas reference
http://www.vtr.org/maintain/alternator-repair.html
and a Bosch unit swap (ACR18 Lucas internals)
http://hometown.aol.com/idbritcars/boschAlt.html
another 'tech' disclosure...and troubleshooting guide
http://www.mgcars.org.uk/MG_Elec-Tech/alternator.html
again..Triumph oriented... but it's still Lucas and the same references
http://www.vtr.org/maintain/alternator/conversions.html
...should be enough to get you started.
Paul Tegler ptegler@gouldfo.com www.teglerizer.com
----- Original Message -----
From "Michel R. Gagne" <mgagne at unc.edu>
To: "Ptegler" <ptegler@gouldfo.com>; <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2001 10:43 AM
Subject: Re: Rebuilding the alternator?
Is there a model number that you folks recommend? Or what GM model is it
for. I've also had a recommendation for an RX7 alternator.
Thanks,
Mike Gagne
> ...actually.... I'd say go to a GM alternator.
> Not so much for the extra output, but once the
> alternator goes into regulation (rev it the first time)
> it doesn't drop out as easily at lower rpms (idle)
> like the stock Lucas unit does.
>
> No more idiot light at idle.
>
> Paul Tegler ptegler@gouldfo.com www.teglerizer.com
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Michel R. Gagne" <mgagne@unc.edu>
> To: <spridgets@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2001 8:23 AM
> Subject: Rebuilding the alternator?
>
>
> Based on my current drain of 20 mA, Paul Tegler correctly timed my battery
> death situation (~ 1week to zilch), I apparently need to replace the diode
> pack in the alternator. Since I9ve never done this type of surgery before
> is there anything I should worry about as I take on the job. Is there any
> other bits I should order and replace out of course while it is apart?
> Any and all help as always...
> Mike Gagne
> 74 1/2 Midget
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