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 posted on November 8th, 2009 at 12:15 AM |
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Whats involved in a generator to alternator conversion??
The generator is already 12V.
They have inbuilt regulators don't they?
use the same stand? Generator fan fits just the same...? same belt? differences? Same wiring?
Thanks fellas!
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| posted on November 8th, 2009 at 08:18 AM |
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some (usuall aftermarket, I think) have internal regs, some don't. Physical differences: you will need to change/replace the genny stand and -
possibly - the fuel pump.
Good idea to double check the specs and condition of your fan while you are there, too
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| posted on November 8th, 2009 at 10:47 AM |
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it was the 74-some 75 ones that were ext regulated
75-76 and all aftermarket ones are internal now
with how cheap there getting its got me stuffed why people are still out there driving on generators
a nice original rarely driven stocker yea but a daily driver??
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| posted on November 8th, 2009 at 12:41 PM |
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Chris,
Here's a read.
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=50478&page=1#pid470541
Enjoy
Sean
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| posted on November 9th, 2009 at 12:13 PM |
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Hiya Sean,
That is, by far and away, the single best illustrated write-up on generator/alternator conversion I have seen. Matter of fact, it just might be the
best illustrated write-up (on any VW related subject) I have ever seen.
Awesome my friend!
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| posted on November 9th, 2009 at 03:38 PM |
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| Quote: | Originally
posted by bajachris88
The generator is already 12V.
They have inbuilt regulators don't they?
use the same stand? Generator fan fits just the same...? same belt? differences? Same wiring?
Thanks fellas!
CHris
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A Generator stand is different to an alternator stand Chris...
an alternator fan belt is a different size . 11.3 x 912mm
You could grind a Generator stand to fit an alternator..
very easy if you had both sitting side by side...
If the alternator only has two connections...
[internal regulator]
a screw connection - main power to the battery..
and a push on connector which goes to the dash lamp...
cheers
LEE
PS: the alternator is earthed thru the stand and strap etc...
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| posted on November 11th, 2009 at 09:23 PM |
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Mike,
No worries. Although I have to keep my slightly befuddled brain in gear to update that post with some additional info.
Lee,
Isn't the OG stand made out of mag alloy?? Bonfire time whipping out a grinder on to it if it is .
Regards
Sean
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| posted on November 12th, 2009 at 06:18 AM |
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If you can find a good origional bosch alternator
it would be better than the cheap CHINESE versions available nowdays
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