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Converting from alternator to 12V generator

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JeffG in WI

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I recently picked up a 1957 860 in really good shape mechanically, and I'm in the process of improving its appearance.

It is in very original condition--including the paint--except for being converted to 12v with alternator.

I happen to have a 12 volt generator sitting around that I removed from a Jubilee awhile back--I converted the Jubilee back to 6v as part of a restoration. (The generator is stamped with part number fas10139b, which I believe means it's from a Ford truck possibly?)

Anyway, this 860 is a great tractor that I would like to return to a more original appearance, but the 12V lights and starter sure are nice. So can anyone help me with the details of switching to a 12 volt "stealth" setup using the 12V generator I removed from my Jubilee?

I am planning to put a new wire harness on it anyway, so wiring will be starting from scratch.....

Thanks,
Jeff
 
Put a little Hitachi or Nippondenso alternator on it and pretend it's original.
 
Put a harness and regulator for an 801 diesel on it, if that is the way you want to go.
 
(quoted from post at 06:14:22 09/03/17) Put a harness and regulator for an 801 diesel on it, if that is the way you want to go.
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Ditto! If you really want to get authentic, find a 12 volt generator from an 01 or early 000 series diesel. Of course, possibly the generator you have looks identical as well. I don't know it by part #.
 
Here's what the generator looks like. (Except it's red, of course....)

Thanks!
Jeff
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Looks similar, but I'd have to check. Not sure tractor has fan and might have band around air holes in back.
 
I think you will find all 12 volt Ford generators will have a fan and be open at the back. Got to get rid of the heat. My local generator shop made a 12 generator out of a 6 volt, so was enclosed, but would not guaranty it
 
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