How many of you are still running alternators?

[dmontzsta]

?

[Sangster]

I'm running an MSD..An altenator is a must with this deal...

[dmontzsta]

Sangster:
I'm running an MSD..An altenator is a must with this deal... yeah, I am just trying to eliminate belts :/

[63stevens]

If you have enough room they have a kit where you turn the alternator around and hook it right to the harmonic balancer. Hooks to the crank with a lovejoy coupling.

[rrrr]

I'm using an MSD, just running off the battery. I typically run less than an hour of engine time when I go out so it hasn't been a problem.
The alternator is prolly a project for this winter.

[ssmike]

dmontzsta:
Sangster:
I'm running an MSD..An altenator is a must with this deal... yeah, I am just trying to eliminate belts :/ Go get a mag....no alternator needed!!!
(just a good battery)

[HM]

I converted to a mini serpentine style - also a lower ratio so the alternator does not spin as fast.
http://the909.com/images/alternator0004.jpg

[spectras only]

I've got the original Motorola alt hooked up via rubber clutch like 63stevens said,to a 454 with the MSD sys . http://www3.telus.net/spectrasonly/MVC-014S.JPG
[ September 09, 2003, 05:24 PM: Message edited by: spectras only ]

[GofastRacer]

I run a mag, one wire done deal!.. :)

[DUCKY]

I run an alt. I spun it around backwards and mounted it to my rear motor plate with spacers. I know a lot of guys don't run them, it just depends on how many electrical accessories you run. If you have a mag, and all mechanical gauges, and no blige pump, then toss it. But if you have stuff running off the boat like bilge pumps, gauges, a stereo, etc... It's a good thing to have.

[GofastRacer]

Actually with all that other stuff, it's mandatory!.. :)

[V-DRIVE VIDEO]

How much waterskiing do you intend to do? Do you plan on doing a lot of stopping and starting? If so, do you want the worry of "Gee, Ive been out here on lake Mead all weak skiing and tubing with no charging system!!! The wind and water are kicking up, I sure hope this thing starts again?????
It all depends on your usage. A double throwdown boat that only comes out morning and night for a couple of speed runs probably doesn't need a charge.
If you have a boat like ssmike had you definately don't need a charge cause the thing never ran! eek! jawdrop :D :D

[GofastRacer]

A well tuned motor starts instantly, I pulled my kids all day long doing the stop and go shit and with a good battery I've gone two days without charging but that's with a mild motor. With a high compression hot rod deal, I still can go for a whole day without a charge!... :cool: :cool:

[V-DRIVE VIDEO]

GofastRacer:
A well tuned motor starts instantly, I pulled my kids all day long doing the stop and go shit and with a good battery I've gone two days without charging but that's with a mild motor. With a high compression hot rod deal, I still can go for a whole day without a charge!... :cool: :cool: Well tuned motor??? Then I definately need an alternator!!! :) :) :)

[GofastRacer]

V-DRIVE VIDEO:
GofastRacer:
A well tuned motor starts instantly, I pulled my kids all day long doing the stop and go shit and with a good battery I've gone two days without charging but that's with a mild motor. With a high compression hot rod deal, I still can go for a whole day without a charge!... :cool: :cool: Well tuned motor??? Then I definately need an alternator!!! :) :) :) LMAO!.. :D

[FlatStupid]

V-DRIVE VIDEO:
GofastRacer:
A well tuned motor starts instantly, I pulled my kids all day long doing the stop and go shit and with a good battery I've gone two days without charging but that's with a mild motor. With a high compression hot rod deal, I still can go for a whole day without a charge!... :cool: :cool: Well tuned motor??? Then I definately need an alternator!!! :) :) :) 76 Bubble Deck I need an alternator to run the bilge pump 3 hours and I'm callin Acceptance and I dont want to see his mobilization charge jawdrop :D

[GofastRacer]

That's funny!.. :D

[FlatStupid]

GofastRacer:
That's funny!.. :D GoFast dont wanna hijack the thread but tell the Mrs. that Red Rock is startin to look good, gonna test drive Thurs. nite and hopefully leave Sat. morning. So bring that moose have'nt seen one since Monday :D :D :D :D
[ September 09, 2003, 11:12 PM: Message edited by: Flat Stupid ]

[Beautiful Noise]

What's a Alternator? I didn't know they put those in Boat's, I thought all you needed was a Battery Charger every 3-4 Day's :D :D :D
Steve

[H2OT PURSUIT]

On the other hand, if you do have one you don't need a battery charger at all. So, take your pick
Batt. charger or alternator.
1. Play with the charger every 1,2,3, or 4 days
2. Alternator = have one, forget about it , and enjoy your boat.

[1980SANGERV-DRIVE]

I HAVE NEVER RAN A ALTERNATOR, I USE A SOLAR CHARGER AND IT WORKS FINE. :D :D

[rrrr]

63stevens:
If you have enough room they have a kit where you turn the alternator around and hook it right to the harmonic balancer. Hooks to the crank with a lovejoy coupling. Who is "they"? :D I want to check it out, might be what I need. There isn't much room to work with in my boat....

[Hud]

If you run a alternator this is the only way to go! http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/119Image004al.jpg

[Hud]

You can buy this kit @ Rex Marine, good people to deal with too! http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/119Image002al.jpg

[Beautiful Noise]

Hud,I run off the Front of my motor,Do they have a Adapter so I can I hook my Drive-Shaft to the back of the Alternator?? :rolleyes: :rolleyes: J/King :D :D
Steve

[SK48]

Thats where my drive shaft connects. I don't think I can run one off my balancer. Cool bracket though.

[H2OT PURSUIT]

O.K. So does it not matter which direction an alternator turns?? or do they rewire it to run the opposite direction when turned around and coupled to the balancer? What's the little do-hickey right under the alt?
solar chargers work that well??
[ September 12, 2003, 12:40 AM: Message edited by: H2OT PURSUIT ]

[superdave013]

H2OT PURSUIT:
O.K. So does it not matter which direction an alternator turns?? or do they rewire it to run the opposite direction when turned around and coupled to the balancer? What's the little do-hickey right under the alt?
solar chargers work that well?? They work both directions.

[565edge]

Hud:
You can buy this kit @ Rex Marine, good people to deal with too! http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/119Image002al.jpg I have this complete kit and will sell for $100 plus shipping,polished alternator,4 post that come off motor,the plate and the adapter that goes on the crank.it is the rex marine one.
[ September 12, 2003, 03:14 PM: Message edited by: 565edge ]

[rrrr]

565edge:
I have this complete kit and will sell for $100 plus shipping,polished alternator,4 post that come off motor,the plate and the adapter that goes on the crank.it is the rex marine one. SOLD!! PM me your addy and I'll mail a Benjy to ya.
[ September 13, 2003, 03:37 PM: Message edited by: rrrr ]

[Just Tool'n]

1980SANGERV-DRIVE:
I HAVE NEVER RAN A ALTERNATOR, I USE A SOLAR CHARGER AND IT WORKS FINE. :D :D Now that is an idea I have not thought of, and I do own a solar charger!

[Ratacole]

Beautiful Noise:
What's a Alternator? I didn't know they put those in Boat's, I thought all you needed was a Battery Charger every 3-4 Day's :D :D :D
Steve smile_sp smile_sp smile_sp

[rrrr]

rrrr:
565edge:
I have this complete kit and will sell for $100 plus shipping,polished alternator,4 post that come off motor,the plate and the adapter that goes on the crank.it is the rex marine one. SOLD!! PM me your addy and I'll mail a Benjy to ya. OK guys, I opened my mouth before thinking on this one. I went and looked at the boat last night, no way will this work. There's not enough room to mount it.
So I apologize to 565, dumbass attack. Anyone else need this thing?

[Thunderbutt]

For the first 25 years I didn't have one (Mag+ jumper cables and two batteries) now I have one, I run it off of the drive line,because I have my tac coming off of the balancer.

[1980SANGERV-DRIVE]

I got an email from 565edge and sen him a check, it will work on my boat just fine. smile_sp

[1980SANGERV-DRIVE]

565edge
You have not returned my e-mail. Did you get the check??????? and how are you shipping the alt setup????? :confused: :confused: :confused: