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04-13-2016, 09:48 AM | #1 |
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Generator mounting questions
Hi All,
Im changing my 8BA to look like a 59AB. I want to mount my generator on the drivers side head rather than the intake. #1 Can I swap the front end plate and mount from an early gen to my 8BA generator? #2 If I do this will the belts line up using an Offy head mount generator bracket? Thanks, Guy |
04-13-2016, 02:09 PM | #2 |
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Re: Generator mounting questions
People do 12 volt conversions using a 56 up generator married to a 59 A type generator front plate. I have mixed parts from early 60's econoline generator and 8BA generator, the front stuff swaps fine. Based on this I'd say your good to go.
Belts lining up, I guess as your "59A ing" an 8BA your gonna use 59A water pumps? If so the generator pulley on the offy offset mount should line straight up with a 59A type bottom pulley (the inner sheave) and water pumps. Should all go together, let us know how it goes. Martin. |
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04-13-2016, 02:52 PM | #3 |
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Re: Generator mounting questions
Thanks Martin. I am using the 8BA truck pumps so I'm thinking the belts won't line up. I forgot that the 59AB pulleys are closer to the block. I guess I'll have to use a intake mounted bracket. Or make my own bracket.
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04-13-2016, 04:34 PM | #4 |
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Re: Generator mounting questions
If you can weld aluminum you could modify the OFFY bracket as needed.
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04-13-2016, 07:04 PM | #5 |
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Re: Generator mounting questions
I can weld aluminum. To be honest I never considered modifying the Offy bracket, just making something from scratch. To use the Offy bracket would mean adding 1-1/2 inch or so to the mounting pad. Something to consider.....
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04-13-2016, 07:10 PM | #6 |
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04-13-2016, 07:37 PM | #7 |
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Re: Generator mounting questions
Looks good Fordy. Should be a generator tho
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04-14-2016, 08:34 AM | #8 |
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Re: Generator mounting questions
I agree. A generator looks much better. Would love to get one of those generators that look like an alternator.
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