Some of those older tractors only had 8 to 12amp generators. There were some 20 amp 12V Delco's # 1100309,1100341. And 35amp 6V Delco 1100038,1100027 used on two cylinder diesels.That work well enough making 12V just by swapping regulators. Charging the battery, running the ignition system and three lights at 4 amps each isn't going to work. In particular if the tractor does any idling or putting around at less than 2/3 throttle. Fortunately LED work lamps and LED replacement LED 1156 and 1157 style lamps exist. The good 40 diode units throw a clear bright white light similar to a 15W headlight and draw less than 1/2 amp each. Make certain the regulator is set with a volt meter instead of somebody looking at the ammeter and headlights then guessing. 13.8V summer and 14.2V winter. Some people think that the $49.99 Napa S10i one wire alternator is the solution. However if you check the archives on this site. You will find most people get into trouble trying to make the swap.
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Today's Featured Article - My Ford Golden Jubilee - by Troy Estes. This article is about my '53 Ford Jubilee and a story that starts with taking the tractor to my brother's Starter/Alternator Rebuilding shop for a wiring fix. The generator was shot as well as all the wiring. I dropped off the tractor expecting a transformation from a 6 volt to a 12 volt system utilizing the original generator housing, and a total rewiring of the whole tractor. The front end center pin bushing was worn also so I ask that they replace it if they had time. Well, that’s wha
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