[TR] Alternator?

[ptegler]

Consider a Bosch Alternator...uses t he original Lucas 3 pin connector 
and has the mount ears i nthe correct clocked positions!
an example
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Triumph-TR6-TR8-TR250-SPITFIRE-Alternator-Generator-Bosch-55-Amp-/281799771057

ptegler

On 11/11/2015 3:27 PM, Dean Mericas wrote:
> Ten or 12 years ago I put together a conversion kit based on various 
> instructions I found on the web. Do a search on "Replacing generator 
> with a GM alternator in a Triumph" and you'll find several variations 
> of how to accomplish the job.
>
> The key components are a Delco 10Si alternator (used on roughly a 
> billion GM products and available anywhere) and a wide pulley that I 
> got from an agricultural machinery supplier.  The alternator required 
> some trimming of the mounting boss to get the belt alignment right, 
> but its very simple. I directly wired the alternator output to the 
> battery via a heavy duty fuse hidden inside the gutted voltage 
> regulator case to avoid any issues with stressing out the wiring 
> harness. I also recall installing a resistor in parallel on the 
> generator light to get the alternator to kick in at a lower RPM.
>
> It works great and is completely reversible if a future owner ever 
> wants to experience life with a 19 amp generator.
>
> Good luck.
>
> Dean
> 1964 TR4 / 1963 Mk2 3.8 / 1974 2000GTV
>
> On 11/11/2015 1:00 PM, triumphs-request at autox.team.net wrote:
>> Message: 5
>> Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2015 11:14:27 -0500
>> From: David Friedlander<forzion7 at gmail.com>
>> To: New England Triumphs<net at newenglandtriumphs.org>, TR3 Triumphs
>> 	<triumphs at autox.team.net>
>> Subject: [TR] Alternator?
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>> Hey all ~
>>
>> I know we've been down this road numbers of times but I was wondering if,
>> among those who have converted to the use of an alternator, is there a
>> model
>> someone can recommend? Since some folks ask*why*, I anticipate adding
>> electrical loads with various electrical needs and yes, I'd like to
>> consider
>> use of LED headlamps. Seems like the Moss conversion kit (130-058) is
>> somewhat pricey, being north of $300.
>>
>> http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=%20107952
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
>> Dave Friedlander
>
>
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