Another option is the Bosch unit (or similar) out of a 1978-1980 Ford
Fiesta. A friend did it several years ago, and it was a bolt in
replacement. All the mounting and wiring plug were correct. Rock auto has
a compatible remanufactured unit for about $50.
BillG
Hastings, MN
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From: spitfires-bounces@autox.team.net
[mailto:spitfires-bounces@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of Gary Tash
Sent: Friday, July 08, 2011 11:16 AM
To: spitfires@autox.team.net
Subject: [Spits] High Beam Failure
I had the alternator/regulator tested and the guy says its within limits.
However, I understand that the Lucas is prone to intermittent overcharging.
And I was having a problem with the battery boiling on longer runs, although
that seems to have subsided. I'm thinking about replacing the alternator.
The auto electric guys says there is a new version that is more stable, for
the price of only one arm. On the other hand, some have suggested swapping
in a GM/Delco. But right now I'm thinking about a new one from Spitbits
(think I'll forgo a rebuilt this time). I don't know if the Spitbits
offering is an updated version or not.
Decisions . . . But soon, have long road trip the end of them month.
-gary
>Subject: [Spits] High beam failure
>
>Burning out light bulbs can point to an alternator or regulator failure.
Basically the system voltage is too high.
>
>Edward Hamer
>Petaluma, CA
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