Generator re-build

[HealeyDave]

I want to get my generator rebuilt. There is a local place that might do a decent job. Then there is this place in California (Star Auto Electric Company: https://starautoelectric.com/page1.php). Has anyone had any experience with their work?

Or, I could go with an alternator conversion, but am on the fence about that. Not that it isn't a good upgrade, but I'm not sure how far away from stock I want to go.

Thanks,
Dave
61 BN7

 

[LarryK]

Dynalite converts old generators into alternators. They use the original casing to pass as new stock.

 

[steveg]

Star is very reputable and are really setup to do the job right. Our SoCal Austin Healey Association had a field trip there last year and we were all impressed with their dedication and knowledge. No financial interest - just an enthusiastic supporter.

 

[Keoke]

Well Dave:since you are on the wrong coast :wink-new:
Why not go with Healey Surgeons in Mayland lots of experience there.

 

[steveg]

Healey Surgeons sells the alternators-in-generator casings.

 

[HealeyDave]

Thanks. I will contact Healey Surgeons. They are closer than Calif, and shipping that lump could get expensive

 

[pkmh]

I want to get my generator rebuilt. There is a local place that might do a decent job. Then there is this place in California (Star Auto Electric Company: https://starautoelectric.com/page1.php). Has anyone had any experience with their work?

Or, I could go with an alternator conversion, but am on the fence about that. Not that it isn't a good upgrade, but I'm not sure how far away from stock I want to go.

Thanks,
Dave
61 BN7

I meant to post this sooner, for those who may want to adventure into rebuilding their generator, or insofar as doing simple maintenance/replacing bearings or simple restoration. I prepared this as a matter of record years ago when my bearings needed replacing, etc., and didn't want to find any extra parts left over or major screw-ups upon reassembling. You will have to forgive my use of homemade nomenclature. But one can use as a reference for theirs [BJ8], if desired.