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Re: Fwd: Alternator for T3s


Pauldknox@aol.com wrote:
> 
> Does anyone remember an article in one of the mags featuring a type 1
> alternator installed in a T3?  If I remember correctly, the alternator was
> turned around backwards (small end toward the fan housing).  The article said
> some trick modifications were made--my question is what modifications
> specifically?  Does an alternator put out charging voltage regardless of the
> direction of rotation?

-- 
I put a type 1 alternator on my type 3.  The modifications include
cutting
the aluminum fan shroud cradle, cutting the belt cover, cutting the #3&4 
cylinder cover, and making a new hold down strap.  Also, an alternator
will
work regardless of the direction of rotation.

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