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Dynalite or alternator
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2013 4:35 pm
by Cyril
I have a suspicion that the so called dynamo in my Morris is actually a Dynalite which is an alternator that looks like a dynamo.
http://www.autoelectricsupplies.co.uk/product_list/141
How can I tell if this is the case?
Thanks
Mark
Re: Dynalite or alternator
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2013 5:24 pm
by aupickup
no need for a regulator box for both
Re: Dynalite or alternator
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2013 5:48 pm
by mogbob
Mark
Typical output for a small dynamo is about 25 amps...Dynalite equivalent approx. 40 amps plus.
Do you have an ammeter fitted to the car ? It might give you a clue if the previous owner fitted one.
A standard classic car ammeter would be a Lucas 30 amp ( + / - ) face.An uprated ammeter, to cope with the higher output would typically be a 60 amp ( + / - ).
Bob
Re: Dynalite or alternator
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2013 6:09 pm
by MarkyB
Is lightweight – approx 60% weight of original unit.
That should be noticeable as long as you have an idea of what a dynamo weighs.
Re: Dynalite or alternator
Posted: Mon Dec 02, 2013 1:00 am
by bmcecosse
The dynalite is hideously expensive......why do you think that's what it is???