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Old 03-25-2020, 11:56 PM   #14
vtwinsideways
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Default Re: Alternator or not?

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Originally Posted by Floyd View Post
A 6 volt generator in documented good shape, bearings, brushes, etc coupled with a good regulator (not some new piece of junk) and clean,clean,clean and tight connections will give you all the reliability and service for thousands and thousands of miles. Converting to something else has inherent issues not backed up by millions of trouble free applications. Alternators may need smaller pulleys for more speed, can overheat when enclosed in a fake housing, etc. . If you need a 100+ amps of power for your electrical/electronic needs, you have the wrong car.
My opinion- 6 Volt stock; 32 and 40, both run perfectly.
Calm down there buddy I'm not even planning on running a radio.

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