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Old 01-10-2024, 04:31 PM   #20
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Default Re: Alternator that looks like a generator. Is there such a thing.

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Originally Posted by ndnchf View Post
I don't think anyone would argue that that an alternator is not a technological improvement over a generator. But for how most people drive these people cars today, the question is - do you really need the technological improvement? Especially today with quality LED head and tail lights. The extra current available from an alternator may not be needed. For some it is, I have no problem with that - to each his own.

I rebuild original Ford generators just for fun, I know them pretty well. They are very high quality. When properly rebuilt and set up correctly, they will provide many years of trouble free service. This is an example of one I rebuilt recently.

Is there any way to rework a '41 6v positive ground generator to put out 12v negative ground? With a proper regulator, of course. Or does anyone sell such a generator/regulator combination?
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