Alternator uprating?

Sep 24, 2004 0 Replies

Groan. I've got a failing 65A Lucas A127 on Marge.



The more modern Magneti Marelli ones (also Lucas really) are both cheaper and higher output, which seems sensible given I've fitted a bigger battery etc.



Is a straight swap possible/sensible, say with the sort for the 300tdi engine? I realise the pulley would have to be changed (my old'un is just a vee-belt), and I guess that could be a show-stopper, but otherwise it looks like a good fit.



Comments? Anyone tried it, or similar?



Regards,



Simonm.


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