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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 04:21 PM
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12 Volt Chrysler Generator

I am curious to know why my dad put a 12 volt Chrysler generator in his 1953 F100.

From what I have seen in old Hot Rod magazines and on some restorods, this is somewhat of a common practice. I'd like to know what's the reasoning.

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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 04:25 PM
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What type of engine is that - The pics a little fuzzy
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 04:41 PM
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It's a small block Chevy.
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 05:18 PM
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Oh so a GM generator on a GM engine in a Ford Truck is unusual? Who wudda thunk
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 05:36 PM
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Looks vintage, and if it works.
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 06:48 PM
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Looks like old dad new what he was doing,Chevrolet engine,Chevrolet generator.

They went together just like they were made for each other.
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by 4tl8ford
Oh so a GM generator on a GM engine in a Ford Truck is unusual? Who wudda thunk
Ummm, I was asking why he would use a generator instead of an alternator.
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 07:22 PM
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Old school, he had it laying around, it worked, it fit, it was his project, and like my uncle says, not everbody follows the leader.
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 08:10 PM
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Old school, he had it laying around, it worked, it fit, it was his project, and like my uncle says, not everbody follows the leader.
Lol! That all sounds like dad.
 
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 08:13 PM
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Is there a number on that 12v gen. Like a Delco Remy serial number?
 
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The generator is actually a Chrysler 12 volt. Part #1642007.

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