1963 Spitfires came with Generators and were positive ground. Perhaps
they wer designed wiht that in mind and should be kept in that
configuration! Why does everyond feel the need to change the way the
cars were designed! You're just paying the price now!!
Just kidding...
Clark
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>From: Joe Curry[SMTP:curry@wolfenet.com]
>Sent: Wednesday, November 19, 1997 2:17 PM
>To: All the Lucas Lovers
>Subject: More wisdom on Lucas Alternator Replacement
>
>It seems that I recall not long ago there was some discussion on the
>relpacement of the Lucas Alternator in Spitfires with something more
>reliable and that will put out more Amps.
>
>Last night, I was coaxed by my daughter into going for a Spit ride.
>Since lately the only times I have the Spit out have been on short
>daytime jaunts, I was reluctant to go out in the dark.
>
>My fears were realized about 2 miles from home on the return trip when
>the whole car shut down. (I retract everything I have previously said
>about Electronic ignition systems and Electric Fuel Pumps)
>
>The alternator is obviously not putting out enough to mnake the car run
>with the lights on. (Now I know why the Brits run around the cities
>with only their parking lights on at night).
>
>Now, I know I should have made notes on that earlier thread. So, please
>send repeats about the recommended replacements. I am tired of having
>to walk.
>
>Regards,
>Joe Curry '63 Spit (with Lucas alternator)
>
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