[TR] Source for NLA part

[Oliver]

interesting.

i had a couple break on me, and it wasn't until i started pulling things 
apart that i realized it was because the alternator mounting bracket had 
ovaled out and the alternator was moving/vibrating, which was causing the 
bracket to break.

as such i ended up with several (and no, i'm not parting with them).

i would think you could clean yours up and use it.  can you put it in a vice 
and straighten it?  and repaint it?

if not, i would think this is a decent value, although i have not seen it up 
close and have absolutely no knowledge of the seller.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: <thenicholls at verizon.net>
To: <triumphs at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, October 20, 2008 6:17 PM
Subject: [TR] Source for NLA part


> To the list,
>
> I will be swapping alternators this winter with a rebuilt Lucas unit.
>
> I called TRF today to order a new alternator bracket for my 1972 Triumph 
> TR6.  I was advised that this part is NLA.  Mine is not in great shape, 
> needs painted and is a little bent but I could use it.
>
> Someone is selling a thicker bracket on Ebay: 
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&item=330278747653
>
> He is advising you will need a slightly longer bolt due to the thickness 
> of this bracket.
>
> The bracket on the Moss site looks different, it is not an "L" shaped 
> bracket.
>
> What say you oh Lords of the list, I am open to suggestions, and no, I am 
> not converting to a modern alternator.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Craig H. Nicholls
> 1972 Triumph TR6