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Roadster 28

06-26-2015 05:45 PM

Changing generator rotation direction

Hi, i Have 12v negative grounded bosch a type dc generator. I need to change rotation direction. Can i do that? How do I get it charging? Do i need to change field leads across.

bbrocksr

06-26-2015 06:48 PM

Re: Changing generator rotation direction

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roadster 28 (Post 1110086)

Hi, i Have 12v negative grounded bosch a type dc generator. I need to change rotation direction. Can i do that? How do I get it charging? Do i need to change field leads across.

Most DC generators will only operate in one direction without changing the relationship of the brushes.

Alternators will charge in either direction. Just change the fan for cooling.

Bill

40 Deluxe

06-26-2015 11:05 PM

Re: Changing generator rotation direction

Try a generator for a Chevy Corvair. They ran the opposite direction.

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