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1959 292 generator to alternator converstion

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Old 04-13-2014, 08:58 PM
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1959 292 generator to alternator converstion

Does anyone know what is the best alternator (that will fit without alot of modification) to replace the generator on the 292 and what all is needed for the conversion.
 
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Old 04-13-2014, 09:42 PM
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CS Series Alternator

I have 130 amp CS series from O'Reilly. It's for a 1996 comaro. It's like heaven on earth compared to the generator. Look at my install thread I posted a while back.
 
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I used the Tuff Stuff alternator from Summit racing on my 223-dont know if it would work for you. Let me know if you need any measurements. only $83. 100 amp

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/tff-7068
 
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Thanks for the info. Just looked at the link. It looks like it may work.
 
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Here's a link to when I converted mine. It's probably a little overkill but it will give you ideas for a bracket.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...sion-pics.html
 
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Old 04-19-2014, 01:51 PM
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I used a one wire Alt off the shelf at Napa. Than cut and welded the
Generator bracket to hold the Alt. Scrounged an adjusting bracket from the pick and pull. It's been working on the 292 since 1999 with out any problems.
 
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