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Jul 21st, 2025 | | | | Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 110 Wrench Fetcher | | Wrench Fetcher Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 110 | Does anyone sell a complete charging system conversion that has alternator, brackets, alt harness and instructions all in one kit? Shouldn't have to piece meal it or re wire the whole truck.
1959 Shortbed stepside 1/2 ton project ![[Linked Image from i236.photobucket.com]](http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff117/olddaze/Chevy%20truck%20project/photobucket-4342-1325944221019.jpg) ![[Linked Image from i236.photobucket.com]](http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff117/olddaze/Chevy%20truck%20project/20131020_154946.jpg) | | | | | Joined: Mar 2010 Posts: 10,059 Renaissance Man | | Renaissance Man Joined: Mar 2010 Posts: 10,059 | And miss out on all of the fabrication fun? To answer your question: Not that I know of. There's your opportunity to make your millions. See you on Shark Tank. 
1952 5-window - return to "as built" condition | 1950 3100 with a 235 and a T-5 transmission
| | | | | Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 87 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 87 | I bought my one wire alternator from Jacksonville alternator jax Arkansas. Chevy of the 40s has two brackets for around $80 ea. A video on YouTube list his electrical wiring source in the comments. Maybe we could fill in the blanks here with this thread? My trucks a 1938 with 216
1938 Chevy 1/2 ton Pickup
1940 Chevy 3/4 KD Pickup
1946 Chevy 3/4 ton pickup
1940 Chevy 1/2 KC Pickup
1939 Chevy 1.5 Truck
| | | | | Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 87 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 87 | Someone pathfinder whos completed the task could boy scout us in the right direction. I know it would help me for some guidance
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1938 Chevy 1/2 ton Pickup
1940 Chevy 3/4 KD Pickup
1946 Chevy 3/4 ton pickup
1940 Chevy 1/2 KC Pickup
1939 Chevy 1.5 Truck
| | | | | Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 362 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 362 | I've got a one wire Altenator on my 58 gmc. I removed the wiring for the generator and regulator, mounted the Altenator on the side of my small block. The one wire off it went to the battery cable on the starter. It works fine and was really simple. I'm going to wire up an idiot light for the dash later but for now that's it.Larry
58 gmc 100 with 350 sbc
| | | | | Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 140 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 140 | a one wire alternator isn't the best choice...the 3 wire is way better and cheaper to replace/easier to find out on the road. | | | | | Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,629 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,629 | | | | | | Joined: Aug 2013 Posts: 255 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Aug 2013 Posts: 255 | Autozone had 6 of my 1 wre alternators in stock, and more of the more expensive 1 wire, higher amp alternators. Mine was $65. Works great. Single heavy gauge wire to battery terminal of starter. Good luck with yours. Jim | | | | | Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,262 Bubba - Curmudgeon | | Bubba - Curmudgeon Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,262 |
Yes, one-wire replacement alternators should not be hard to find.
My 10 year old 1-wire 12v alternator (between 45-60 amps, but I forget) is wired through the stock 6v ammeter to battery. No problems with the ammeter and no problems with alternator. It is in a 54 truck (12v conversion), so there is no need to have a dash idiot-light.
This truck is not driven far from home.
| | | | | Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 140 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 140 | well I guess it depends on what part of the country you are in....they aren't stocked everywhere because they are mainly used on farm and industrial equipment that run at a constant speed. | | | | | Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 | 1 wire alternators are pretty commonly available at most FLAPS -NAPA at least- but there are other reasons a 3 wire might be preferable, Mark at Mad Electrical covers it well, the only real advantage to the 1 wire is simplicity of wiring .... Mark also sells good simple wiring kits for 3 wire alternator conversions and is a good source of tech info about alternators Bill | | | | | Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,262 Bubba - Curmudgeon | | Bubba - Curmudgeon Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,262 | well I guess it depends on what part of the country you are in....they aren't stocked everywhere because they are mainly used on farm and industrial equipment that run at a constant speed. | | | | | Joined: May 2001 Posts: 7,440 Extreme Gabster | | Extreme Gabster Joined: May 2001 Posts: 7,440 | One advantage to a light is you have an early warning that you threw a belt. Hopefully you notice the light before the truck overheats. | | | | | Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 1,321 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 1,321 | If you are looking for a 6 Volt alternator check here 6 Volt Harold
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Is a restoration ever finished? | | | | | Joined: May 2012 Posts: 256 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2012 Posts: 256 | Another Great option would be to talk with Don Allen from Gener-Nator. He basically takes YOUR generator and builds an alternator inside. so in the end it looks like your generator but is actually an alternator !! Saw it on Leno's garage one night. I checked out his sight and talked to him about doing this for my 1929 Chevrolet 6v system with a Delco Remy 943-J Generator, here is what I got from him. Yeah it is expensive bu looks cool... I have NOT had this done, as i do NOT have that money sitting around. The 6 volt version of the Gener-Nator for your 1929 Chevrolet is 50 amps and has its own internal electronic voltage regulator.
The cutout on top is just for looks and acts as a pass thru circuit.
I set the charge rate on the 6 volt systems around 7.5 to 7.7 V.
I can set it for what you like if it's different.
I offer 6, 8 or 12 volt and positive or negative ground.
The 6 is 50 amps, 8 is 55 and 12 is 60 amps.
The cost is $895.00 exchange plus shipping with a 3 year warranty.
About 4 to 5 weeks turn around time and payment is due at time of shipping to you.
I am sending a few photos of your type with this email.
If you like I can provide a new ID tag with your numbers on it for $28.00.
You would use the original wiring and it would hook up to the cutout as before. From my Understanding you send them your Generator, they gut it out, machine your case, build and insert the alternator components as specified above, or can customize them per your specs, put it all back together and ship it back to you... Also PRICE is more if you do NOT send it a Core. Looks like an AWESOME device and replacement. Price is a little hi, but considering they are BUILT to ORDER & SPECIFICATIONS Plus warranty !! Also sent some pictures of some other Delcos they have done: Delco 943-B 8V Neg GroundDelco 943-B 6V Neg GRoundDelco 943-B 6V Neg Ground 2Can also get them Powder Coated or ChromedJust throwing out another option...
1929 Chevrolet AC International - 4 Door1930 Chevrolet AD Universal - Canopy Express TruckLove the Antique Chevrolet's from 1928-1932
The Beauty, Simplicity, History, and the Stories they Tell[/font] - - In the Stovebolt Gallery-- In the Gallery Forum | | | | | Joined: May 2012 Posts: 256 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: May 2012 Posts: 256 | Sorry was google'n around and came across these guys as well Quality Power Auto.... they list a 6v alternator as well as a Bracket to mount it .... also list a powerGEN Powermaster Homepage....more detailed info on PowerGEN Alternators
1929 Chevrolet AC International - 4 Door1930 Chevrolet AD Universal - Canopy Express TruckLove the Antique Chevrolet's from 1928-1932
The Beauty, Simplicity, History, and the Stories they Tell[/font] - - In the Stovebolt Gallery-- In the Gallery Forum | | |
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