One wire alternator

[Ryan]

Can we convert our alternators to a one wire setup? If so, anyone know were I can get a conversion kit?

 

[Jerryl]

Can we convert our alternators to a one wire setup? If so, anyone know were I can get a conversion kit?

Why are you trying to change?
I belief that the "single wire alternators", in general, have a lower output.
Usually about 90A max, and have a "Single V-Belt pulley".
Not really an answer, but at least this will get you TTT'd :smile: and one of the experts will chime in.

 

[Lee Thompson]

yes, you can

Buy a single wire 140 amp. from Jegs or Summit--I had a local rebuilder build one for me with an adj. reg. Runs @ 14.8 volts all the time. I believe the one wire is activated once the eng. sees 2000 RPM. No conversion kit needed. Me of little mind --definately not an expert.

 

[Alky V6]

Search, powermastermotorsports. You'll find lots of information there. I'm running one of their 150 amp single wire Denso units with a reduction pulley. It's setup with a special low rpm output capacity. No problem with output at idle. They sell an adapter to connect up to the single wire.

 

[Ryan]

Found lots of one wire alternators. Wich one will fit our cars? This one looks like it will fit... The only one I could find with a pic. Dont care about the chrome or polish.

JEG'S Kool-Fin 140-Amp 1-Wire Alternator - JEGS

 

[Jerryl]

...... I belief that the "single wire alternators", in general, have a lower output. Usually about 90A max, and have a "Single V-Belt pulley".

(Grabbing REAL hard and reaching REAL DEEP to pull BIG foot out of mouth) :redface:
Was still thinking HA ...... limited choices for single wire that are high Amp plug and play. (??)

 

[S2V6RACER]

I use the 200A stock type non 1 wire alternator with a charging wire(key on 12v) disconnect at the rear of the car. This is a great way to get the job done and no HOT wires in the car when the disconnect is turned off.