I guess that I would add that it takes just as much work to mount either
alternator and the instructions on the VTR site are well written and self
explanatory. Why go with a single wire and give up the other features of the
electrical system such as the warning light and amp meter. Those are 2
features that far outweigh the single wire approach.
JVV
----- Original Message -----
From: <Dave1massey@cs.com>
To: <dorpaul@negia.net>; <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2005 8:09 AM
Subject: Re: 1-wire-alternator
> In a message dated 3/14/2005 9:01:06 PM Central Standard Time,
> dorpaul@negia.net writes:
> > One day I plan to change my system's polarity and upgrade my charging
> > system
> > to an alternator. Is there any reason (besides cost) for not going with
a
> > 1-Wire-Alternator?
> >
> In addition to Randall's comments, the one wire alternator will not
support
> the warning light and you won't know when the engine dies. (just kidding
but
> the warning light is a nice, reassuring indicator that all is well with
the
> charging system)
>
> Dave
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