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Re: [TR] Alternator?

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Subject: Re: [TR] Alternator?
From: Dean Mericas <dmericas@austin.rr.com>
Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2015 14:27:29 -0600
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    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.<br>
    <br>
    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.  <br>
    <br>
    It works great and is completely reversible if a future owner ever
    wants to experience life with a 19 amp generator.<br>
    <br>
    Good luck.<br>
    <br>
    Dean<br>
    1964 TR4 / 1963 Mk2 3.8 / 1974 2000GTV<br>
    <br>
    <div class="moz-cite-prefix">On 11/11/2015 1:00 PM,
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      <pre wrap="">Message: 5
Date: Wed, 11 Nov 2015 11:14:27 -0500
From: David Friedlander <a moz-do-not-send="true" class="moz-txt-link-rfc2396E" 
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href="mailto:net@newenglandtriumphs.org";>&lt;net@newenglandtriumphs.org&gt;</a>,
 TR3 Triumphs
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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 <b class="moz-txt-star"><span 
class="moz-txt-tag">*</span>why<span class="moz-txt-tag">*</span></b>, 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.

<a moz-do-not-send="true" class="moz-txt-link-freetext" 
href="http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=%20107952";>http://www.mossmotors.com/Shop/ViewProducts.aspx?PlateIndexID=%20107952</a>

Thanks!

Dave Friedlander</pre>
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