Re: [MV] 6v to 12v conversion info

DOConnor@zoomit.sikorsky.com
23 JUL 98 14:48:11 EDT

Dave wrote:
>OK, I guess I need to ask. But what is the great appeal of a one wire
alternator....

That wasn't my suggestion and I don't know why anyone would use a 1 wire
alternator in a "normal" wiring setup. I offered the suggestion about a
cutoff switch to save someone/anyone the problem we found when using this
type of alternator. By your wiring diagram the 3 regular wires provide
isolation through the ignition switch and only have the alternator charge
the battery when needed which is perfect in a normal system. In a jeep
(which I would always keep 6 volt anyway) I would use the regular
alternator and the extra wires, it's just better.

OFF THREAD WARNING!! (Indulge me Arthur.....please)
To answer the obvious next question (before anyone asks it).... We use
a 1 wire alternator (not a conversion job, it's specially built) in the
race car which is a very different animal where it has advantages.
1. 2 less wires to chase if a short develops.
2. 2 less wires to get damaged or cause damage.
3. Constant POWER (insert grunting here) to the ignition which stops
horespower loss.
Disadvantage: Constant charging can damage the battery.
Solution: Use a Sears DieHard and get it replaced every year for free!

All in good fun,
Dennis O'Connor
doconnor@sikorsky.com
(Any replies to the off topic part please send private so as not to annoy
the list or its keeper)

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