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Topic: Speaking of alternators...
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deadhead
Gearhead Posts: 153
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Registered: Sep 2002
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posted 09-24-2002 01:03 PM
   
I know I didn't pay much for my stock replacement alternator. Is there a later model stock alternator that will fit my '65 289 out of the box and put out a few more amps?deadhead
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ice'68
Gearhead Posts: 127
From: Fresno, CA
Registered: Apr 2002
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posted 09-24-2002 09:36 PM
I dunno if this will help or not...but my local NAPA store told me to bring mine in and they'd "up" the amperage on it. Hehe, that was a year ago 
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66bluefb
Gearhead Posts: 456
From: Okla.City,Okla.
Registered: May 2002
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posted 09-24-2002 10:12 PM
If you have a O`Reillys where you live they sale a bigger amp alternator for 65-66 mustangs. I don`t remember what amp it is seems like 75 or so------------------
http://ourworld.cs.com/blagintony/myhomepage/auto.html>
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Katherine
Journeyman Posts: 38
From: Albany, GA USA
Registered: Sep 2002
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posted 09-25-2002 11:32 PM
Deadhead
What is the purpose of having more AMPS?
Just curious, and willing to learn.
Thanks
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deadhead
Gearhead Posts: 153
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Registered: Sep 2002
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posted 09-26-2002 08:51 AM
Katherine,My headlights dim at idle now. It's almost amusing when it's nighttime AND raining. The wipers move so slow when I'm sitting at a light it's like the rain is made of molasses. Sooooooo, I don't think my current alternator can also handle the added load of an electric radiator fan, which is really why I brought up the question. I'd like to replace the heavy, rigid stock fan with something less power robbing, and electric is really the best way to go. I'm just not sure I can afford it right now. I found this url. I think it's the answer to more electrical power, and there's no question about it fitting, since you upgrade your current alternator. http://www.alternatorparts.com/ford_alt_repair_upgrade_kits.htm deadhead
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bluestreek
Gearhead Posts: 1332
From: Athens,GA
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 09-27-2002 08:36 AM
I too would like to know if there is a off the shelf 90-100 amp replacement from any Ford that might fit the early Mustangs. Anyone have ideas? I'm nearing completion of my exterior resto and will need the xtra power to pull my HotRod Air fan assy that I bought for the new 331 stroker when it gets dropped in.[This message has been edited by bluestreek (edited 09-27-2002).]
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V8 Thumper
Gearhead Posts: 3529
From: Orange, Ca. United States of America
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 09-27-2002 08:46 AM
I looked into this a short while ago... my alt/starter guy told me that the big alternators are BIG. Would probably require fabbed brackets (?) to run a 1 ton truck alternator in an early car 
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n2oMike
Gearhead Posts: 1590
From: Spencer, WV
Registered: Jan 2001
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posted 09-27-2002 09:58 AM
Jegs offers one that looks just like the stocker, except it's a one wire, 100amp unit that comes chrome plated. It costs $179. I can't remember the brand or part number right now, but it's in their catalog. I've got one, and it works just fine. I really like the 'one wire' feature... You just bolt it to the brackets, and run a heavy wire to the battery, and that's it! You can toss old voltage regulator and all the messy wiring that goes along with it. Good Luck! ------------------
Mike Burch
66 mustang real street
302 4-speed 289 heads
10.63 @ 129.3
http://www.geocities.com/carbedstangs/cmml_mburch.html
http://www.fortunecity.com/silverstone/healey/367
http://www.mustangworks.com/cgi-bin/moi-display.cgi?220
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n2oMike
Gearhead Posts: 1590
From: Spencer, WV
Registered: Jan 2001
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posted 09-27-2002 10:54 AM
Here's where the early style Ford 100amp one wire chrome alternators can be found. http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=1657&prmenbr=361 The one I have is part# 908-7078RD Good Luck! ------------------
Mike Burch
66 mustang real street
302 4-speed 289 heads
10.63 @ 129.3
http://www.geocities.com/carbedstangs/cmml_mburch.html
http://www.fortunecity.com/silverstone/healey/367
http://www.mustangworks.com/cgi-bin/moi-display.cgi?220
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rockafellz
Gearhead Posts: 1312
From: San Lorenzo, CA, USA
Registered: Aug 2001
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posted 09-27-2002 11:35 AM
quote:
Originally posted by n2oMike:
Here's where the early style Ford 100amp one wire chrome alternators can be found. http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=1657&prmenbr=361 The one I have is part# 908-7078RD Good Luck!
Hey Mike, If we get the regular one for $139.99, we can still use the original voltage regulator right? Erik ------------------
1966 Ford Mustang 2+2
Mine - Restomod in Progress 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe
Dad's - Original Unrestored
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deadhead
Gearhead Posts: 153
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Registered: Sep 2002
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posted 09-27-2002 11:49 AM
Unless you're set on the chrome, you should check this url out.http://www.alternatorparts.com/ford_alt_repair_upgrade_kits.htm I'm getting my 105 amp kit for $43 delievered. It upgrades the stock alternator. deadhead
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n2oMike
Gearhead Posts: 1590
From: Spencer, WV
Registered: Jan 2001
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posted 09-27-2002 08:11 PM
quote:
Originally posted by rockafellz:
Hey Mike,If we get the regular one for $139.99, we can still use the original voltage regulator right? Erik
Should be able to...
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Mike Burch
66 mustang real street
302 4-speed 289 heads
10.63 @ 129.3
http://www.geocities.com/carbedstangs/cmml_mburch.html
http://www.fortunecity.com/silverstone/healey/367
http://www.mustangworks.com/cgi-bin/moi-display.cgi?220
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SteveLaRiviere
Administrator Posts: 33988
From: Saco, Maine
Registered: May 99
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posted 09-27-2002 08:19 PM
One thing you guys should think about is that when you increase the amperage going through those old wires, which have increased resistance due to corrosion and carbonization, is that you will increase the heat they'll undergo.You may want to consider setting up relays for different accessories, especially if you have more lighting, kick *** stereos, electric fans, and whatever. At least invest in a good fire extinguisher.  ------------------
'70 Mustang Mach 1 - '72 Mustang Sprint - '94 F-150
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bluestreek
Gearhead Posts: 1332
From: Athens,GA
Registered: Jul 2001
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posted 09-28-2002 08:59 AM
Thanks for all the good info guys. You've been really helpful as usual.
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Stewart
Moderator Posts: 9175
From: Monterey, CA Mustangsandmore Member #437
Registered: Apr 2000
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posted 09-28-2002 01:06 PM
If you want to go all out and get a top of the line unit with a lifetime warrantee, no core exchange, 100% all new parts (not rebuilt), OEM replacement alternator, then check out www.PA-Performance.comThey have excellent customer service (they transferred their lifetime warrantee to cover my alternator even though I wasn't the original purchaser) and they have a great internet rep too. Stewart
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67coupe
Gearhead Posts: 405
From: dallas NC usa
Registered: Nov 2000
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posted 09-28-2002 04:39 PM
I had the same problem on mine with the fans ign etc ive run seperate circuts for the other assesories and used a later model mustang alt thins is was a 92 and it bout doubled the brightness of all of my lights ------------------
Josh
67 coupe with 351c
94 Explorer
30 model A currently rustbucket
in process 67 convt with efi 5.0 and t5
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