[TR] generator vs alternator

[DAVID MASSEY]

That is probably due to the fact that the flasher unit requires a minimum current to operate.  Since this is a three-terminal unit with the third wire for the dash indicator switching over to a two-terminal electronic flasher will not work.  And the electronic units may be Neg-Ground only.
Dave 


 

    On Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 11:06:19 AM CDT, auprichard uprichard.net <auprichard at uprichard.net> wrote:  
 
 
All I can say is I just replaced all the bulbs in my latest TR3 with LEDs from LiteZupp but Mike said I’d have to stick with the original bulbs for the warning lamps.
 
  
 
From: Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net> On Behalf Ofdave northrup
Sent: Saturday, July 8, 2023 10:34 AM
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Subject: Re: [TR] generator vs alternator
 
  
 
https://litezupp.com/ can replace every bulb in almost every car
 
  
 
  
 
From: auprichard uprichard.net <auprichard at uprichard.net>
Sent: Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:18 AM
To: dave northrup <dave at ranteer.com>; triumph list list <triumphs at autox.team.net>
Subject: RE: generator vs alternator
 
  
 
I would take it to a local shop and have them test it – but that’s just me.
 
  
 
An alternator is a significant upgrade (you can have lights and wipers on at the same time), but it will require different pulleys if it is a narrow belt. 
 
  
 
I thought most alternator conversions were negative ground, but I may be wrong.  You can also stick with the generator and convert to negative ground for radios and other more modern electrical appliances.
 
  
 
Not sure about the reference to LEDs:  my understanding is  that there really is no LED alternative for the dash warning lights.
 
  
 
Andrew Uprichard
 
Jackson, Michigan
 
  
 
From: Triumphs <triumphs-bounces at autox.team.net>On Behalf Of dave northrup
Sent: Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:25 AM
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Subject: [TR] generator vs alternator
 
  
 
Recently picked up a 59 TR3 which has an alternator conversion.  Since the engine was separate, I have no idea how well the generator works or if at all.  It is still in the engine compartment, wires connected (unlike the engine).  how can I test it?
 
  
 
Given the current availability of LED lights, and since I have no interest in installing a radio, should I try to keep the current setup (little joke there) or go back to a generator?
 
  
 
Are there wiring diagrams for this car with a generator?  
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