Generator

[rockb1]

I have a 56 Cadillac That has a 390 from a 60 Caddy. The system has been converted to 12 volt. I was told that I couldnt use the generator that is in it and that I needed to upgade. Now my question is what should I be looking for?

 

[sneakysnake]

Unless your trying to maintain an original look,(they make 12v gen but can be expensive). Id put a Delco 10 or 12si GM alt on it. You may have to fab on the bracket to get the belt to line up and its easy to wire.

 

[rockb1]

Perfect!! Im not planning on giving it the stock look. i just want to drive this beast

 

[donsrods]

Those alternators that look like a stock generator have had a lot of bad feedback on some forums...........short life and failing at inopportune times. Something about them heating up and burning the parts inside.

I'm like you, I don't care if my cars aren't totally original, I want to drive them with the least amount of problems possible. I grew up driving cars with generators and lived with dim lights and dead batteries. Alternators are one of the best things you can upgrade on a car.

Don