Changing from dynamo to alternator

[Webbo]

Hi, thinking of changing to an alternator on my 1360, but would like to keep the dynamo look. I see accuspark do one called a dynamator,

does anyone know anything about them?

thanks  Stu.

[KevinR]

The accuspark offering is suprisingly cheap, and will maintain the period look of the car.

 

You could probably fit a conventional alternator for quite a bit less, but you would need the mounting bracket and other hardware from a Spitfire, which would add to the cost.

 

At only £125 it is an attractive alternative to a dynamo.

 

45A output should be sufficient for your needs unless you plan to fit high power head lights and a monster stereo.

[Darren Groves]

The standard dynamo cable on a 13/60 will only carry 25amp, make sure you upgrade to suitable size.

 

The lucas alternators have 2 large connectors so it's just a matter of running an additional cable back to the battery.

 

There's a good article on the TSSC Devon website on how to convert.

 

http://www.northcotts.clara.net/tsscdevon/tsscdevon.html

 

Just follow the 'Technical' link.

[mishmosh]

I added an extra charging lead. Nice. Quick job

[Webbo]

Thanks for your input gentlemen, think I will opt for the accuspark dynamator when I have a spare £125.

[Colin Lindsay]

Be advised the terminals on the Dynamator are not the same as the originals, so may require a bit of alteration to leads etc; there’s one on the top of the unit which sits worryingly close to the bonnet of the GT6 when fitted. Heralds should be okay though.

Alternators are available new from around £40 on eBay so if cost is the deciding factor I’d go that way.