I don't know if the part # is the same, but here's a link to Rockauto
for a remanufactured generator for a 64 Ford 260 for $54.99 with core.
http://www.rockauto.com/dbphp/x,carcode,1435613,parttype,2412,d,1964_FORD_GALAXIE_500_4.3L_260_cubic_inch_V8_Alternator_-_Generator.html
CoolVT@aol.com wrote:
>I would think that on line a Google search would turn up all kinds of
>shops that have them rebuilt. The lister that mentioned the Tractor Supply
>generator could have a point. Tractors normally run at less than 1,000 rpm's
>and may not hold up in a car.
>But, you would think that if the part # is the same as a Tiger.........!
>Mark
>
>
>In a message dated 9/21/2010 5:06:32 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
>allanballard@att.net writes:
>
>I checked with the local NAPA plus an OReillys -- total strikeout.
>
>I'd like a spare generator in the trunk for roadside emergency repair,
>especially when attempting the
>2800 mile round trip to the United in October...
>
>Gotta be a stash somewhere :)
>
>Allan Ballard
>MK1a Tiger
>Series IV Alpine
>
>On Sep 21, 2010, at 4:32 PM, Rense, Mark (GE, Appl & Light) wrote:
>
>
>
>>A word of warning here, the generators made for tractors are not the
>>same as the automotive generators, they are not made for the higher RPM.
>>The last one of these generators I saw that came from Tractor Supply was
>>made in China and the bearings were galled and useless in less than a
>>1000 miles. This was on a Comet GT, also a Ford 260. I strongly suggest
>>you find someone who can rebuild your old one if possible.
>>
>> Bugz
>>
>>-----Original Message-----
>>From: tigers-bounces@autox.team.net
>>[mailto:tigers-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of CoolVT@aol.com
>>Sent: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:59 PM
>>To: chris@cthompson.net; djoh797014@yahoo.com
>>Cc: Tigers@autox.team.net
>>Subject: Re: [Tigers] ignition switch
>>
>>And people laugh when I mention Tractor Supply. Eat your heart out if
>>you're not near one. Common nuts, bolts and washers for $1.49 lb.,
>>etc.
>>Mark L
>>
>>
>>In a message dated 9/21/2010 12:58:45 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
>>chris@cthompson.net writes:
>>
>> Viola! Just happened to be near a Tractor Supply this morning and they
>>were able to identify it cross referencing the 5383A number that was on
>>my Carquest receipt from about 10 years ago. Now just waiting on
>>pricing and availability.....
>>
>>On 9/21/2010 12:41 AM, David T Johnson wrote:
>>
>>
>>>Gene Padget got a new generator from Tractor Supply. Seems its is
>>>used on Ford Tractors. Give them a try.
>>>Dave Johnson
>>>
>>>
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