genorator or alternator

ive got a 61 baja with a 1500 (H0087682) and i was told that it would run with an alternator. i installed that alternator and i havent been able to get it to turn over at all. not even a click from the starter solenoid. i also noticed that the battery is good, but none of the electrical works, like head lights, blinkers. i also was wondering if a 12 battery will work with the alternator an the 12 volt system. any suguestions will be helpfull.

a vw newbie

Reply to
Mike Wilson
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Your problem has nothing to do with the alternator. If the engine won't crank, the problem resides between the batttery, ignition switch, and starter/solenoid. You are getting voltage (or a ground somewhere).

Yes, a 12 volt battery will work fine with an alternator when wired correctly.

Jim SR Racing

Reply to
Jim

Did it run with the generator?

Reply to
John Cassara

Did you rewire the ignition system, removing the wiring for the voltage regulator? Your alternator is internally regulated, and should not be wire through the stock voltage regulator.

Reply to
Randall Brink

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