[TR] New Alternator - Stag

[Brad Kahler]

I'd whine too if I was turning at 3M rpms!


On Tue, Sep 6, 2016 at 10:12 AM, Lee&John Howard <leejohn7 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I just swapped in an new Delco style 71273 unit. It fits easily on the LH
> side and actually provides more belt adjustment room. Two problems, however:
>
> 1. I don't have the insulating plug so my wire connectors go directly to
> the blades on the unit. I've used #10 wire, which worked fine on the old
> Lucas 18ACR. Now, however, that wire gets very hot, and think it might be
> good idea to put a fuse in that run, which goes directly from alternator to
> starter. I suppose the higher amperage requires a heavier wire.
>
> 2. The new unit makes a loud  unacceptable whistle when running up to 3M
> RPMs or so. I've tired different belt tensions to no effect.  Can I expect
> this to dissipate with usage?
>
> Any thoughts greatly appreciated.
>
> John Howard
>
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