All:
I realize that this is probably too late for Ohan, but I thought I would
try to pull together information from my archives for others, and for
Eddie Donovan (who has been keeping up the interchangeable parts list).
First, for those who have a Series V set-up (and aren't wanting to dump
the Prince of Darkness!), Lucas alternators from the later MGB (Jan
Servaites, Doug Jennings) or Jag E-type (Julian Cranwell) are a bolt-on.
Second, for those who want to convert, first stop should be Tom
Wiencek's excellent tech tip at T.J. Higgins' "Alpines - 1959-68"
http://www.team.net/www/rootes/sunbeam/alpine/mk1-5/techtips/altconv.html
where Tom discusses using a Mitsubishi alternator from a 78-80 Datsun,
82-84 Mazda B2000, or 82-84 Ford Courier.
(Lou Meyers used a cheaper version of this alternator, which worked well).
Also, a Datsun 45 amp from early 80's truck bolts up with a Datsun
bracket - alternator part #14231 - not single wire - about $40
rebuilt(Jim Ellis)
Jay Laifman also used the Mitsubishi # 14231 - 45 amp -required slight
mods, but also found a Hitachi 35 amp (70-77 Nissan pick-up+ B210).
(Also lengthy thread on wiring problems)
Higher Amperage Conversions
HerBeam (Bob) used a 61 amp GM - one wire - 29.95 rebuilt, but had to
make bracket and change pulleys (available from Morosco Racing Products).
Jon Arzt used a 90 Amp Bosch unit from 85-92 VW Golf and used original wires.
Chris Albers used a 110 Amp GM single wire, but had to make a mount for
it.
If you want to see the original post, let me know, or contact the author
directly. If there are corrections or additions, please let me know and
send a copy to Eddie at the address above.
Ron Tebo
Ohan- SunbeamCanada wrote:
>
> Hi Gang,
>
> I am looking for some expertise as to what modern alternator will work with
> a S-V. I have been having nothing but problems with my Lucas alternator.
> Therefore, I decided to get something more reliable...
>
> Any information would be appreciated (make, model, etc) Also, I want
> something that can put out the power to deal with auxiliary goodies such as
> radio, fog lamps, etc.
>
> Help.
>
> Ohan
>
> *
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