I can only assume that mine was a US model. Not sure of the differences. The
computer parts search at Auto Zone listed the Ford and the Bosch alternators as
possiblities for the 80 Fiesta. I used the Bosch with good results. Does Dan
Masters have an opinion on this one?
Andy
CD6521L
-----Original Message-----
From: Neil Beesley [SMTP:Neil.Beesley@securesult.co.uk]
Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2002 3:16 PM
To: Andrew Packard; 6pack@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: GM Alternator Conversion Pics?
Ah, glad this subject came up - I'm thinking about making this switch, but
(I think) I remember there was some discussion a while back regarding
whether the 1980 Fiesta in question was a US or UK/European Fiesta - could
someone please remind me what the final verdict was ?
Thanks,
Neil Beesley
'70 TR6 PI
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-6pack@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-6pack@autox.team.net]On
> Behalf Of Andrew Packard
> Sent: Saturday, November 16, 2002 03:21
> To: 6pack@autox.team.net
> Subject: RE: GM Alternator Conversion Pics?
>
>
> Consider using the Bosch alternator for a 1980 Ford Fiesta. Very
> little modification and the plug fits right in from the Lucas, at
> least it did for my TR250. The only modifications were a shorter
> fan belt and some shaving of the alternator mounting bracket to
> allow for clearance of the alternator fan.
> Andy
> CD6521L
> TR250
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Acekraut11@aol.com [SMTP:Acekraut11@aol.com]
> Sent: Friday, November 15, 2002 9:17 PM
> To: 6pack@autox.team.net
> Subject: GM Alternator Conversion Pics?
>
> Hi List...
>
> I am ready to replace the tired old not quite working properly
> lucas alternator with a GM alternator and thanks to Dan Masters
> and the VTR website, I am comfortable about the electrical part
> of the installation. While I am confident I can fit the
> alternator in I was wondering if anyone knew of any good pics of
> the GM alt. on the car so I could get a good idea of what
> modifications I needed to make. No need to reinvent the wheel.
> Thanks in advance for any help.
>
> Aaron Cropley
> CC63681L
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