<VV> alternator swap

[Ron]

They are all SI, it's just that the earlier 55 amp one is an 10SI and the 78 
amp later one is an 12SI.  There are differences in the plugs and cases.
RonH

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "henry kaczmarek" <kaczmarek at charter.net>
To: <VirtualVairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Sunday, February 14, 2010 10:48 AM
Subject: Re: <VV> alternator swap


> Why stop at 63 Amps?   If you're planning to run modern stereo with
> amplifiers, etc or any other devices, You can go Higher.
>
> My 65 Monza is equipped with a 78 Amp GM SI series alternator, I just told
> them to give me one for a 79 Impala with small block.  Did the conversion
> wiring changed the faceplate, fan and pulley, and I can run just about
> anything I want without any issues.
>
> Hank
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: <judynrandy at comcast.net>
> To: <VirtualVairs at corvair.org>
> Sent: Sunday, February 14, 2010 12:29 PM
> Subject: <VV> alternator swap
>
>
>>
>>
>>
>> Les,
>> You should ask for a '78 nova 63 amp alternator. Use the front housing 
>> and
>> fan from a Corvair alternator and the rest of nova alternator.
>>
>> Make sure you inspect the bearing. I picked the best design of the two.
>> (your choice) and pack it with Amsoil synthetic grease prior to assembly.
>>
>> It's and easy swap. Done it many times and like the energizer bunny, 
>> still
>> going..... Also, the corsa "tech guide" has a nifdy article on how to do
>> it.
>>
>> Randy (Capn) Hook '63 ragtop
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