[DML] Re: Delco Alternator setup (was death of 4875)

["Michael D. Myjak" <mmyjak@xxxx>]

Joe, et.al,

I believe the Delorean also suffers from a mechanical design problem WRT the
electrical charging system. That being that the ratio of the size of the crank
shaft pulley to that of the alternator is suspect. [Ever notice the lights dim
at night when the RPMs come down?] The low RPM of the alternator at idle doesn't
allow enough juice to be output.

Consequently, the alternator I have for sale (which was my back up alternator)
_is_ a GM alternator I had rewound for 140 Amp service and uses an undersized
pulley to help out with the low RPM response. I paid $140 to have this GM
alternator rebuilt this way for my D. I still have it if any body wants it. If
you still have an original D or M brand product in your delorean... seriously
consider this one. You'll need the mount and harness adapter, but it _will_
solve that annoying charging problem.

-Michael
x4875



DMC Joe wrote:

> FYI The new Delco alternator now being offered by PJ Grady and DeLorean
> Services is rated at hefty 105 Amps. Be aware that the DeLorean electrical
> system will draw as much as 90 amps under full load at idle. This is the
> reason why the original Ducelliar 80 alternators would burn up. The 90 amp
> Motorola and Delco units can handle the load but no more. The 105 amp units
> will easily handle the load with amps to spare.
>
> DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>
> Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>

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