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Joolz
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Joined: January 5th, 2009, 5:48 am
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 Re: alternators and gearboxes... No idea what Andy's used, but no need for it to be from a citroen. Correct me if I'm wrong, but ALL alternator pulleys were similar until they started using multi-rib belts, it would be best to keep to something similar diameter, but not critical. Too large a diameter it'll turn slower and won't charge at idle, too smaller diameter it'll turn quicker, might overheat?
If it's from a completely different engine the brackets will most likely be different, you can make up brackets so it fits, but do it properly so it's reliable.
If you're lucky the local scrap yard will have a shelf full they'll let you browse until you find something that looks like it'll fit with out too much work.
Thinking about it, I missed the point of this thread, why aren't you putting a second hand original one on?
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smyth602
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Location: Denny, Scotland
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Re: alternators and gearboxes... I seem to remember a conversation with Andy in a field many years ago that makes me think its a Saxo one.
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Sean
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Joined: April 22nd, 2009, 11:06 pm
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Location: Ecosse
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Re: alternators and gearboxes... Joolz wrote: No idea what Andy's used, but no need for it to be from a citroen. Correct me if I'm wrong, but ALL alternator pulleys were similar until they started using multi-rib belts, it would be best to keep to something similar diameter, but not critical. Too large a diameter it'll turn slower and won't charge at idle, too smaller diameter it'll turn quicker, might overheat?
If it's from a completely different engine the brackets will most likely be different, you can make up brackets so it fits, but do it properly so it's reliable.
If you're the local scrap yard will have a shelf full they'll let you browse until you find something that looks like it'll with out too much work.
Thinking about it, I missed the point of this thread, why aren't you putting a second hand original one on? as citroen didnt make alternators, they made the engines fit the alternator. im not 100% but pretty sure there are mostly the same dimensions and designed to be driven by the same belts. the bolt hole for the tensioner can be moved in relation to the fitting hole by moving either one of the end caps round by a bolt hole.
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JRW_91
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Joined: January 27th, 2009, 8:10 pm
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Re: alternators and gearboxes... Joolz wrote: Thinking about it, I missed the point of this thread, why aren't you putting a second hand original one on? got to be atleast 40A, original 2cv where 30A, the 40A ones ecas sell are Valeo - GS 40A which is what i have however its been "tampered" with by a friend.. so hes called of my father... however i've seen a replacement rotor/shaft for my alternator for decent money so i'm going to buy that instead!  already have my new regulator now!
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samfieldhouse
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Joined: February 11th, 2009, 12:32 am
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Location: Chichester, West Sussex
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Re: alternators and gearboxes...
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notsmartcar
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dave 411
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Re: alternators and gearboxes... Well it is from Somerset,probably need the money 
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Russell
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Re: alternators and gearboxes... Water damaged stock?
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Joolz
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Re: alternators and gearboxes...  That was cheap, was that the error in the listing that made him pull it.
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notsmartcar
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Re: alternators and gearboxes... They have been cheaper but the price has gone up,because the kit car boys are snapping them up as they become available.live bought one it comes with it's plug and built in regulator I will be fitting it once I get the MSVA sorted.
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