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

[Bob Brandys <oehcs@xxxx>]

How much do you want for the alternator. I could always use a spare one.

bob

"Michael D. Myjak" wrote:

> 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>
>
> --
> All the best -
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