What do I have to do to replace the generator with an alternator on my 64 F-100 with a 223 6 cyl. in it?

Dennis

 

I used a mid-70s Chrysler alternator and regulator on my conversion. I think it was a 55 or 60 amp unit. I had to grind away part of the ears on the original Ford generator mounting bracket so that the alternator could rotate freely for belt adjustments. I used some 3/8" all-thread to act as the pivot point for the alternator and locked it down in the right position with about 6 nuts and flat washers once I got the pulleys aligned right. It's not pretty, but it works for now. Eventually, I'm planning to cut some spacers from thick-wall tubing and use an ordinary bolt for a cleaner look. For the belt tensioner bracket, I just flattened the original one and put in a spacer and longer bolt where it bolted to the water pump. I'm going to have to work on that some more to allow for more range of adjustment.

 

I mocked up a Delco alternator I found in the garage. It seemed to fit good, just needed a spacer for the bottom bolt. That would prolly be your best bet, as they are plentiful and easy to come by, and it pretty much just fit in place.
Well, idk now. I am not sure what you have for mounting brackets for the generator. Someone had already put a Ford alternator on the truck when I got it.
Another option is a true one wire alternator. Then all you have to run is a wire to the battery for charging. You can find the Delco I mentioned as one wires. Or go to your local parts store and see if they stock any one wire tractor/equipment alternators. If you don't have a bunch of electrical accessories, you can prolly find one to meet your electrical needs.
Any way you go, you are improving your charging system, and you are gonna be happy with it.

ROb

 

Thanks for the info, I'll look into the delco one wire. Any other thoughts would be appreciated.

Dennis

 

friend of mine has used this on a couple of different trucks. I still use a generator because I like the stock look. Don't know if he's ever used one on a 223 but don't know why you couldn't.
Charlie
Falcon Enterprises sells most available parts for the 1960 - 65 Ford Falcon automobile

 

1960/64 Falcons had generators, 1965 and later had alternators.

The 223 was not available in a Falcon.

223: 1954/64 F Series trucks and full sized Fords.

223's used generators only.

Excepting 1963/64 T-Birds, alternators became standard equipment on everything else in 1965.

The 1963 T-Bird was the first Ford to have an alternator as standard equipment.

 

Originally yes, doesn't mean you couldn't adapt one.