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Re: Halogen headlamp upgrade

To: <dstauffa@csc.com>
Subject: Re: Halogen headlamp upgrade
From: "Alan" <asalvato@tampabay.rr.com>
Date: Wed, 22 Nov 2000 15:24:13 -0500
Cc: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
References: <OF2BA9220A.94C0DF71-ON8825699F.0063FD43@com>
dave

what gm alternator fits the triumph?  I have a 76 tr6 and just sent mine out
for a rebuild;  but i would like to find a higher output alternator ,
because I have a/c.  I had read that a bosch alternator fits, but the parts
places didn't have that either.
thanks
al salvatore
----- Original Message -----
From: <dstauffa@csc.com>
To: <triumphs@autox.team.net>; <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 22, 2000 1:21 PM
Subject: Halogen headlamp upgrade


>
> Hi listers,
>
> I am going to upgrade to Halogen headlamps on my TR6.  Along with this I
> will install relays and new 14 gauge wiring to support the current load.
A
> new GM alternator is being added and I'm putting a shunt on my ammeter so
I
> can use it.
>
> In my search for a supplier of Halogen lamps, I ran across something
> offered by Rimmer Bros that has me confused.  They offer a Halogen lamp
> with a "pilot".  What in the world is a "pilot" - in this context.  We can
> dispense with the airplane jokes!  I've e-mailed Rimmer Bros a couple of
> times to help enlighten me but didn't get much clarification (No offense
> intended towards Rimmers as they are very good about most things).
>
> Can any of you, especially the European listers, explain to me the role or
> purpose of such a "pilot".
>
> Thank you very much.
>
> Dave Stauffacher
> Ramona, Ca
> 1970 TR6 PI

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