Rolf Beuttenmuller wrote:
>
> Hi all;
>
> Since I am completely re-wireing my 1970 Vixen (1600 GT Motor) I want to
> replace the alternator with a more modern higher output unit.
Rolf,
There are some very high output units which are very small and these
are made for the real motorsport market (as opposed to the "Go Faster"
brigade). I use a 75amp Lucas 25ACR type using a solid billet bracket
made for me at DERA Farnborough and a Poly-Vee kit from Autocross
in Bracknell with a Cosworth nylon adjusting bracket. Works a treat.
For a LHD Vixen this isn't so easy with a Kent crossflow. I wonder if
you
can cant the unit upwards by using a dogleg type bracket.
Sounds a bit tricky to me.
Regards,
JU
> Originaly it had a generator, which I later replaced with a Triumph single
> wire alternator ( 30 amp output)
> I just recieved a new alternator ( GM single wire that puts out 60 amps at
> idle, a tad overkill) but the problem is that it is too big and won't fit in
> the original location, it interferes with the steering column.
>
> Does any one have any suggestions as to what I could use, or do I have to go
> back to the smaller Triumph unit.?
>
> On the subject of Bonnet hinging is a "Rose Joint" the British equivalent of
> the US "Rod End ". A bearing mounted on the end of a threaded shaft.? I have
> that setup, it works very well but I find that I have to replace the joint
> every few years because the vibration really loosens up the joint. The ones
> I use were too small to have grease fittings.
>
> Rolf
> 1970 Vixen S2 LVX16984
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