My 72 SB has a junk generator, so we made the decision to swap to an alternator...I've been looking at different kits from SoCal and Mid- America. I wasn't real impressed with the Mid-America kit as the instructions for it were reprinted 74-75 alternator install instructions.
Who makes a good kit or at least an easy-to-install one?
Do you keep your external reg or do you wire around it?
Thanks for any help...
Mitch :)
Follow this link. It should answer any questions ya might ever ask.
I use an internally regulater alternator when I convert, all you need is the stand, and a wire straight from the speedo warning light. You discard the old regulator. It would not work with an externally regulated alternator either, since an alt regulator is different from a gen regulator.
The kits have difficulty making complete instructions because the application differs quite a bit year-to-year.
Strongly recommend reading this very complete write-up about the conversion:
Brief article on my web site about the wiring changes:
Speedy Jim
This guy is honest. Alternator Conversion Kit Price: $ 259.95 Part #: LCH0003 Kit includes all pieces necessary to convert to a 12V alternator charging system. Includes alternator stand, alternator, backing plates, and alternator strap. Unlike some other stores, we do not send Chinese alternators, only GENUINE BOSCH!
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REPLACING GENERATOR WITH ALTERNATOR IN A TYPE I
IIRC Parts needed: Alternator (1-wire preferred) Alternator stand and gasket V-Belt for Alternator Alt-style Fuel pump and matching pushrod Carb (or accelerator pump rod/lever will need to be modified or possibly flipped over) and gasket
This can be done without removing the engine! Hardest part is taking off the "front" nut of the generator/fan. ;-)
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