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2015/01/19 10:14:32 (permalink)
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Alternator help!

My alternator is overcharging, spiking to over 18v when the throttle is touched.
As far as i can see there is no regulator fitted.
 
Do i replace the original lucas 15 AC with something with a built in regulator?
If so what options do i have? A search has brought up some info regarding an alternator from a XF falcon, does this use the original bracket?
 
Alternatively do i install an inline regulator? where would i be able to source one?
 
Car is a pinto powered MK1
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    Hollywood
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    Re: Alternator help! 2015/01/19 11:00:29 (permalink)
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    I have the same spec car, but my battery is draining for some unknown reason.
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    Re: Alternator help! 2015/01/19 14:21:24 (permalink)
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    I would put in the lucas to get it charging again but keep an eye out for Bosch XF alternator. You'll need a MK2 RS2000 bracket for it and a bush kit from yesterford
     

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    Re: Alternator help! 2015/01/19 14:38:14 (permalink)
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    that is the bracket that i have, does the BXF1243 bolt straight up?
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    Re: Alternator help! 2015/01/19 23:16:40 (permalink)
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    what?
    that is the bracket that i have, does the BXF1243 bolt straight up?




    Lucky you :)
     
    Doesn't sound familiar. Should have a red Bosch sticker on the top.
    Even with the bush kit, you might need to pack it out with some washers to get pulley alignment correct
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    Re: Alternator help! 2015/01/20 10:27:06 (permalink)
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    The XF alternator just needs a spacer on the rear leg.  This can be done with a bunch of washers if need be.
     
    The Lucas alternators are useful as a wheel chock but not much else

    Make it go FASTER!
     
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