On my '66 I replaced the stock alternator w/one from a 240 Z. The only
modification needed is you have to cut off the rear ear. While this is
not recommended by some, in the 16 years I've been running with it I
have had absolutely no problems. I used a much larger front washer on
the bolt holding the alternator to the lower bracket to spread the
stress. Everything else lines up perfectly and it puts out 60 amps and
are alot cheaper than roadster alternators. And remember you still have
a Datsun part!!
BTW you have to cut the alternator harness as the plug won't match up to
the 240 Z alternator. I also extended the harness by splicing new wire
in where you don't see it once you wrap it w/electrical tape.
Bright lights and electric fans,
Mike
SPL 1819
-----Original Message-----
From: Ron & Julie Edgar [mailto:rvedgar@bellsouth.net]
Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2000 11:17 PM
To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
Subject: Steering Wheels, Electric Fans and such!
Just wanted to add some info on two subjects that have been discussed in
the
last few days.
***Steering wheel conversions. My records show I used a Grant Kit #
3592.
I believe it was listed for a Z car. It worked very well on my 68
1600.
I was able to make the turn signal return
work by epoxy gluing some round alum. dowel pins into existing holes in
the
back. Had to play around with the pin length until I got it right.
***Electric Fan conversion. I used a Dayco #22611, 14" fan from
PepBoys.
Rated a 1176 CFM it does a great job. I mounted it on the rear side so
I
did have to move the radiator forward approx 1" and also drop it about
1/2"
to clear the hood.I used 3/16" Aluminum plate to make adapters to bolt
the
fan to the Radiator. DO NOT use the mounts supplied with the fan they
are
junk.
One engineering problem you should be aware of is how much electricity
the
fan will use. My fan draws 11.97amps my lights 20amps. My alternator
only
puts out 30! Presently if I drive long at night I start to run the
battery
down. It hasn't happened but this could leave me stranded. Upgrade
your
alternator if you do a fan conversion. I also suggest a light on the
dash
that lets you know the fan is on. I bought the optional thermostate and
its
set to come on at 180 deg. I placed a manual switch and light under the
dash. Problem with my set up is I must remember to energize the system
after I start the car. If I forget it overheats this could be one
reason I
just had to replace the head gasket. It is better to have the fan
energize
with the key switch. I will be re-wiring mine when I switch to the
larger
alternator.
Hope all this helps.
I will try to put some photos on the web site this week end.
Or you can e-mail me and I will send some to you.
Let me know what you want to see.
Ron Edgar
Ft Lauderdale Fla.
68 1600 SPL-311
{Roadster Therapy} http://edgarhouse.homepage.com/Roadsters.html
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