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  1. TheRealDestrux

    MGB Unknown connector on alternator

    Hello, I replaced my alternator on my 1977 MGB, it’s making about 15.2 volts to the battery (a little high) and I’ve been having some issues, my high beams aren’t working, my reverse lights sometimes work and sometimes don’t, my wipers stopped working, and blinkers also sometimes work or not...
  2. lilifer_13

    Spitfire New alternator doesn't fit - '78 Spit

    Okay, I am a complete newb to working on cars but I am a quick learner and generally have a good head for mechanics. Part of the reason I decided to purchase my aunt's '78 Triumph was so I could rebuild it, learning as I go. Well, I've already hit a roadblock on my very first project. We had it...
  3. Sopwith_Camel

    alternator eater

    well Shaggy ate two alternator in two days. i have been having starting issues, and i did have an issue a few weeks ago where the radio flicked off on each of the 12 speed bumps to get to my house. please advise the long story. big summer rally 8 hours away. I had a breakdown where the point...
  4. G

    TR2/3/3A Wiring ammeter with the British Wiring alternator conversion.

    I am finishing restoration of a 1958 TR3A TS31684L. One upgrade I incorporated is the 60 A alterntor kit from British Wiring. All done according to their instructions, but that leaves a non-functional ammeter. I put in a SW 60 Amp ammeter and would like to have it actually read the current...
    • gecoughenour
    • Thread
    • alternator ammeter british wiriing delco
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Triumph
  5. K

    TR6 71 TR6 Alternator Connections

    Hi folks- I'm trying to determine how the wiring works on my alternator, as the number of connections on the alternator do not align with wiring diagrams for a 71 TR6 as found here: <a href="https://www.advanceautowire.com/tr2506.pdf" target="_blank">https://www.advanceautowire.com/tr2506.pdf...
  6. M

    wiring of alternator

    I am in the process of changing my BJ8 from positive to negative ground. I have changed the fuel pump (electronic) and the points (Pertronix) and installed the new alternator. I will attack the Tach issue later. So my question is on the wiring of the alternator. I have the diagram that came with...
  7. JimLaney

    Sprite MK III upgrades - recommendations?

    I am working my way through a planning and budgeting exercise for pair of basket-case MK IIIs that I have in my shop. I am wanting to create a more reliable (functioning) than original driver from the first body and the boxes of parts. They are both 1098cc engines and North American cars. This...
    • JimLaney
    • Thread
    • alternator ignition restoration sprite mkiii upgrades
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Spridgets
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