Another option is the Bosch unit (or similar) out of a 1978-1980 Ford Fiesta. A friend did it several years ago, and it was a bolt in replacement. All the mounting and wiring plug were correct. Rock auto has a compatible remanufactured unit for about $50.
BillG Hastings, MN -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Gary Tash Sent: Friday, July 08, 2011 11:16 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [Spits] High Beam Failure I had the alternator/regulator tested and the guy says its within limits. However, I understand that the Lucas is prone to intermittent overcharging. And I was having a problem with the battery boiling on longer runs, although that seems to have subsided. I'm thinking about replacing the alternator. The auto electric guys says there is a new version that is more stable, for the price of only one arm. On the other hand, some have suggested swapping in a GM/Delco. But right now I'm thinking about a new one from Spitbits (think I'll forgo a rebuilt this time). I don't know if the Spitbits offering is an updated version or not. Decisions . . . But soon, have long road trip the end of them month. -gary >Subject: [Spits] High beam failure > >Burning out light bulbs can point to an alternator or regulator failure. Basically the system voltage is too high. > >Edward Hamer >Petaluma, CA _______________________________________________ [email protected] Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $11.47 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spitfires/[email protected] _______________________________________________ [email protected] Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html Suggested annual donation $11.47 Archive: http://www.team.net/archive Forums: http://www.team.net/forums Unsubscribe/Manage: http://autox.team.net/mailman/options/spitfires/[email protected]
