Re: SER1 alternator conversion

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I'm no expert on this but dynamos use a separate voltage regulator and  
control box, ie the black lucas box on the bulkhead.  This not only  
controls the charging circuit but also provides regulation (of voltage  
and or current depending on the type)

An alternator will do the control of the charging circuit itself (hence  
the 3 wires from the alternator instead of 2 from the dynamo), however  
if you have any extra  electrical instruments such as electrical temp  
gauges  you may need the Series 3 style separate voltage regulator as  
well to provide that function.  What I don't know is, if you only have  
the standard set of S1 instruments and lights, you can get away without  
the voltage regulator, as they are all 12V and not to sensitive to  
voltage changes.


I'm sure someone who has actually converted to an alternator will come  
up with a fuller explanation!


Jon

On 28 Apr 2005, at 00:03, Ian Balcom wrote:

> I purchased a wiring harness that requires an alternator (from
> autosparks). Can I use any series alternator?  are there any other
> issues that arise when converting from the generator (dynamo) to an
> alternator?
>
> Thanks!!
> Ian
> '55 86"
> So. Cal.
>
>
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