Here is a video of my generator to alternator swap. Did this on my 59 chevy apache 235. Check it out. May help other folks. http://youtu.be/II-WP6sBCXU got all the stuff I need for alternator upgrade so I had a video to show you all what I got. http://youtu.be/hgM0XiI_Dy4 The Conversion with an Alternator An alternator conversion is slightly more complicated than generator conversion, but it's still pretty straightforward. (Again, all parts are available from Patrick's Antique Cars) 1.Disconnect the battery. 2.Remove the 12V generator. 3.Mount the Alternator. Brackets are available from various manufacturers. 4.Use a "DA Plug" which allows you to eliminate the old voltage regulator. Attach the short wire to the alternator post. Attach the long DA wire to the ignition switch so it is powered only when the switch is on. 5.Remove the voltage regulator, and connect the BATT wire to the wire that previously ran to the generator. Attach this to the alternator post (along with the short DA wire). 6. Use a coil with an internal resistor or install an ignition ballast resistor in the wire between the coil and the ignition switch. 7.If 6V replace all light bulbs. Don't forget dash/instrument lights and turn signal indicators. 8. If 6V replace all flashers and relays. 9.Install the above listed Gas Gauge Voltage Reducer on the rear of the gauge. 10.Install the above listed Accessory Voltage Reducer in the wire between the heater and heater switch. 11.Make sure all other accessories are 12-volt ready. 12.Reconnect the Battery and you're done! This information is believed but not garaunteed to be correct. Enjoy
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Madelectrical website has some very good info on those SI alternators. Todd
Yes madelectrical was were I did most my reading. Very helpful site. I highly recomend anyone needing avise look up madelectrical. Mike
Hello, Hate to bring up an old post, But I get a lot of questions on the wiring to the AMP meter. Below is a photo of how I completed the wiring. I left the regulator and ran on screw to hold them all together. You can splice them all, but I left it in case I ever want to go back to a generator. My AMP meter works with this set up and has since 2012.
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