generator conversion

[Anonymous]

I would like to convert the generator (which has just failed me for the last time. . )in my 64' comet to a 67' type alternator, but have a few questions before I proceed. . .
#1) do I need to? I'll be switching to an electronic ignition and possibly an electric fan in the near future. does the old style gen. have the capacity to run either/or?
#2)I'm assuming the bracket mounts for the alt. will need to be addressed. is there any kind of conversion kit or bracket that will allow me to use the old gen. bolt patterns?If so where can I find it?
#3) If I'm going to beef up the ignition and possibly run a stereo (a real stereo, can you imagine?) what size alt. should I be looking for? Is there any possible ill side effects to running an alt. that pushes more current than I currently need?
Thanks for your time, any info I've been able to find seems to adress only wiring issues (which is no problem), and info in general seems kinda scattered.
Thanks again

 

[JOHN G]

Generator will be far more powerfull,easier to service(no polorizing). I have done a few where just a spacer or two got everything to line up properly. Running one with high output won't hurt anything-the alternator will only put out the power that it needs too. I have a hundred amp in mine and it runs everything fine. A big capacitor for the stereo will help greatly.

 

[wallaka]

Ahem. What he meant to say was the the alternator will be far more powerfull,easier to service(no polorizing).

 

[JOHN G]

OOPS! I'll try to engage the brain gears before the typing gears(or mouth depending on the type of communication)Thanks for catching it!

 

[Lazy JW]

... what size alt. should I be looking for? Is there any possible ill side effects to running an alt. that pushes more current than I currently need?...

There is no such thing as too much alternator power 8) I suggest 100 amps minimum, they make some really bodacious big units nowadays that go over 200 amps but you need a lot bigger wiring to handle that much current. Your wiring may be too small now for 100 amps but it won't be a problem until after you add the extra accessories and actually start drawing that much power.
Have fun,
Joe

 

[Anonymous]

Great stuff! thank you so much for the info. But I'm still concerned about the mounting bracket. The current block is a stock 67' 200, but almost all other components are off a 64. what am I gonna need to mount this correctly (sorry all out of duct tape. . .).

 

[jamyers]

Zip strip wire ties... Seriously, Falconparts.com has alternator brackets, etc. Good people to deal with.

I wouldn't go much over 90 amps without looking onto upgrading the main power feed wiring, or you can have a nasty fire on your hands.

Check out Mad Electrical's website tech section for good info on how to do the job right.

Also, there are some really good threads here and over at www.tffn.net 's forum on alternator swaps, just search on "alternator generator swap".

 

[Anonymous]

Perfect!! thanks for the info guys. I'll let you know how it goes. My wiring skills are'nt that great, maybe I'll move the fire extinguisher out of the trunk and put it up by the front seat . . .wish me luck!

 

[rbohm]

8) i did this conversion on my 64 falcon. i used brackets available from autokrafters, a 55amp alternator from autozone, and a one wire conversion kit also available from autokrafters. the install was easy, but i recommend bolting the lower bracket to the alternator, then bolting the bracket to the engine as it makes for an easier install imo.

since you want to use an electric fan, get a one wire alternator from powermaster rated at 130amps. it will make the install easier on the wiring.