Kato Needs an Alternator

So, based on your previous thread, a rebuild won't do the trick?

 

Here's one of Mike's post from another thread.

 

'83 3.0 QV is almost certainly Bosch p/n 0.120.469.537. I mention it in another thread, with some pictures. It is not the same as what came before, or after.

I've seen that list that Mike pointed out, quoted by Wade. It might be worth an inquiry, but I suspect they will not have the part.

I turned up nothing other than the usual Ferrari suppliers in a pretty exhaustive search some time ago.

Bell: If you're adamant about replacement and you're willing to accept a different alternator, almost anything with a 2" foot will mechanically fit the '83 QV. Just swap the sheave (pulley) to the new alt. You may have to do some adjustment (i.e. spacers) to get the sheave in the same plane as the others (I used a laser pointed resting in the groove to check). You may also need an adjustment arm with a different offset, but this is easy to fabricate. Due to the location I'd take care in considering how the and where the unit is ventilated.

Unfortunately, outline drawings of alternators from the manufacturers that show the offset of the shaft relative to the mounting are not too easy to find.

The only other consideration is the types of connectors used and the 'clocking', i.e. orientation of terminals relative to the foot. If you go this route I'm sure it's well within your capabilities.

Otherwise I think you'll find they're fairly expensive. Best bet might be finding someone who's breaking a car for parts.

Charles

 

Hi Bell,
I chose to have my alt rebuilt by a local firm, i just had too many other jobs on at the time. I have never taken one apart so I would love to see some photos when you get round to doing yours. If you could?
Cheers
Ant

 

Love it, y'all are so polite over there

 

Had mine redone while the engine was out. Local firm that does all of my starter, alternator repair for my business. 84 dollars. what a deal!

 

Out for an evening drive, not paying particular attention to things, except the engine sound. Looked down and notice that nothing electrical was working. Even the AC fan was spooling down!

Hauled a$$ home - luckily made it before the engine quit.

My Alternator died. What fun. On a normal car, this would be a quick fix. Who in their right mind puts an alternator at the bottom of the engine, wrapped between the header and the exhaust?

Anyway, to make a long story short, my 27yo son and I spent about 2 hours pulling it out. Took it to a local Alternator/Generator shop (Richardson, Tx). A day later I got it back, not only in working condition, but fully refurbed/cleaned/shined - Shiney! Cost me only $113. What a great deal!

We spent about 2 hours putting it back in, and she's fully functional again. Now, on to the nonfunctional sun-roof.

Sid

 

How did you climb under the car?
If you drive it up on a ramp?

 

Although - to get to the alternator, it's not really necessary. A good set of Jack Stands would have done just as well.

The alternator is easily accessed through the rear passenger wheel well. Remove the wheel and the liner, and there she is. The only time we had to go under the car, was to remove the orange vent tube from the rear of the alternator.

Sid

 

Thx !

 

How is that rebuilt alternator doing after "all"this time?

 

I didn't see what pulley you used. Same size/diameter, correct?

If it's larger, then the alt will spin slower, correct?

 

Between my adult son (no 28YO) and myself, we've put over 1000 miles on the car since then. I try to drive the car at least 2-3 times per week (now that I don't travel for work as much as I used to).

No other major problems. We still havent sorted out the Sun roof. That will be the next major fix.

Sid

 

With lights or other major accessories on would it not be normal to see a slight draw/deficit in the system? I'm asking, not implying I know. Was just thinking like a home water pressure system, Psi would be one number when all taps are closed and once something opens it will drop a bit as the system works to make up for the loss

 

I can tell you why you are having problems: A Lucas alternator with a Bosch regulator? It is probably WWII all over again in there! lol!

The Prince of Darkness vs the Kaiser!
Alden

 

Ha-ha, how about some Japanese made rugualotrs to throw in the mix?

 

Hope this thread helps!

http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/mondial/439638-upgrading-alternator-information.html

I've basically assumed the alternator is a "wear/tear" part on par with Filter Changes