David :
I use the original plain nuts, with fresh lockwashers on my motor mounts.
Never had a problem. Nylocs would probably be fine, too, but don't forget
you are supposed to replace them every time they are removed.
My fan isn't as big as yours, but it's mounted with just those puny 'tie
wrap' things supplied by Hayden, which seem to work fine. I've heard good
things about Summit Racing, I'm sure they wouldn't be supplying hardware
that is clearly deficient, even for racing. If it will do for racing, it's
bound to be strong enough for the street.
22 amps is the correct rating for the stock TR4 generator. ISTR there was a
Lucas replacement that was rated for 24 amps, but I don't know the numbers.
Your regulator (which regulates current as well as voltage) would have to be
adjusted to get the extra capacity anyway, and a mistake could ruin your
generator.
However, even in So.Cal., your fan should run only briefly (like stopped in
traffic for over a minute, or right after you get off the freeway), so the
generator should have plenty of time to recharge the battery afterwards.
The fan will also rarely run at the same time as the other high current
items (headlights, wipers, heater), so there's a good chance you will be OK
with the stock generator. (Fuel pumps usually draw very little current,
unless you are using a racing or fuel injection type pump.)
If you do want to do the conversion, there's lots of good information on the
VTR website http://www.vtr.org (follow the 'Maintenance' link). I put on a
externally regulated Ford unit many years ago, and I've been extremely
pleased with the results. But, if I were doing it again, I would definitely
go for one of the internally regulated units. Dan Master's suggestion of
the GM unit sounds good to me.
Don't forget to convert to negative ground first ! (Otherwise, your new
alternator will fry instantly when you hook it up.)
Randall
59 TR3A daily driver
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of David Lee
> Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2000 11:52 PM
> To: triumph
> Subject: Egnine mount nuts
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> Hello all
> what kind of nuts should one use on the engine mount? Nyloc?
> Also upon the recommendation from a few people on the list I
> am going to
> take my radiator to a shop to see how much it would be to
> braze on some
> brackets for my new electric fan. One question though. Will
> the supplied
> plastic nuts and bolts intended for a through core installation hold a
> vibrating 10 pound fan? They dont seem too strong but then
> again it seems
> most electric fans come with this sort of mounting kit.
>
> Last question how many amps is the stock generator able to
> produce? I have
> an electric fuel pump, electric fan, and stock everything
> else. the fan
> draws 12.5 amps and im not too sure about the fuel pump. I
> was told the
> stock generator is only capable of about 22 amps. Im
> thinking I will need
> to convert to an alternator to get more power. I have seen
> past threads on
> this subject and have seen some postings on websites about GM
> conversions.
> If I need more power which I definately think I will (radio)
> I was wondering
> which model alternator would be best for the conversion. I
> know many will
> work after dealing with mounting issues, but I would feel
> alot safer using a
> model that someone else has had success with. That way I can
> go in and ask
> for the exact part instead of having the guy show me every
> alternator in
> stock. (I went in with my generator the other day and the
> guy wouldnt open
> every box to see which was closest in size. What a meanie hehehe)
>
> Thanks all!
> David Lee
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> 64 TR4
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