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I am going to convert my 52 V8 engine to run on 12 volts. I have found 2 alternators that it looks like I can use. The Powergen which is $370 or one from MACS for $180. Any comments on the differences would be appreciated.
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Why spend that kind of money when you can use a Chevy three wire alternator? The bracket comes from Speedway. Here is mine for my 36 (the larger pulley is for the fan). Ed
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Ed that's not a large pulley, in fact that's the smallest pulley you can use the OD of the pulley is right out to the fan bolt pattern. Have a 24 stator put in this alternator and it will charge at idle. The voltage regulator controls the 14,2 volt output. G.M.
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George Please explain a 24 stator ?
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Ed's pulley and alternator are fine. It'll charge at less than idle. Fan might be a bit noisy at speed just like the original fan mount generator but otherwise just fine. Quit picking on Ed. 8^)
Jack E/NJ PS: The smaller the pulley, the faster it'll spin in this case. |
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"Bout the easiest and most inexpensive alternator going is the GM 10 SI. Can be found in any auto parts store in America for cheap. Came in 37, 55 and 63 amp varieties, and INTERNALLY regulated. ANY GM vehicle from '73 and well into the '80s had one, and some Vettes, Firebirds and others as early as '69. Click link below! DD
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Go the three wire. Would have liked a smaller pulley on mine as it just doesn't quite charge at idle..
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Alternators on a flathead are ugly.......think of the prom queen with a big hairy wart on her nose.
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This will make the wart go away. http://www.powermastermotorsports.com/powergen.html and http://www.powermastermotorsports.com/powergen.html and \http://www.gener-nator.com/ |
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Dang I like that truck, Roger!
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I see this thread was started in Jan. but just my .02 I installed a Ford alternator from Certified Auto Electric 440-439-1100 in Bedford, OH
Lots of detailed install and wiring instruction, hey guy's why would you put in a GM alt. when there is a Ford option. Scott Last edited by 39portlander; 04-15-2018 at 06:14 PM. |
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Because I am so tight, when I crap I sqeak...and have several GM 10/12 Si's...lol...if my gennie was working, I'd be using it. Oh, my 12v headlights, ignition switch are from a Dodge conversion van. If I told ya more, ya might faint ![]() |
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The modern GM and the Ford look almost the same. Use what ever is cheaper, they both do the same thing! The GM can be had at almost any part store. Napa always seem to have in stock, and they work great. Just my 2 cents.
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>>>The GM can be had at almost any part store>>>
Almost? 8^) Jack E/NJ |
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To each his own but I am using a Delco (GM) 10 SI 55 amp 3-wire. Works great and charges all the time regardless of rpm. Key: attach sensor wire to solenoid terminal.
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Mac has the correct mount and alt. for your 52. Remember the later 8ba mounts which attach to the fan assy. are different than the mounts on earlier cars. Also be sure you get the narrow belt pulley. I installed a 6v alt. from Macs on my 51 and it made a big difference on my lights and the overdrive.
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