Rectifier/Regulators from Alternators
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I'm in the process of replacing mine for my 1898 Hurricane 600 and was wondering:
Are the Rectifiers/Regulators on automobile alternators similar and perhaps even adaptable for motorcycle use? I did some research and I think I read somewhere that GM alternators (perhaps others) are 3 phase and they have both the Rectifier and Regulator circuits combined.
The only thing I can think of is the need for adequate cooling.
At $100 dollars for a new Rect/Reg, taking apart an old alternator at a wrecking yard and soldering a few wires doesn't seem like too bad an idea.
Are the Rectifiers/Regulators on automobile alternators similar and perhaps even adaptable for motorcycle use? I did some research and I think I read somewhere that GM alternators (perhaps others) are 3 phase and they have both the Rectifier and Regulator circuits combined.
The only thing I can think of is the need for adequate cooling.
At $100 dollars for a new Rect/Reg, taking apart an old alternator at a wrecking yard and soldering a few wires doesn't seem like too bad an idea.
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Quote 1898 Hurricane 600
You have an early model then..................![Smile](https://cbrforum.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Suggest you look up the parts fiche before you start
www.mrcycles.com
Spend the money, and don't waste your time would be my call................
You have an early model then..................
![Smile](https://cbrforum.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
Suggest you look up the parts fiche before you start
www.mrcycles.com
Spend the money, and don't waste your time would be my call................
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Thanks for the suggestions guys. I already had one ordered, but i was just throwing around ideas for future use.
The GSXR R/R is interchangeable with CBRs or did you have to do anything besides swapping the connector ends? I'd say a R/R from a 2005 model ANYTHING would be an upgrade over anything designed 21 years ago...
The GSXR R/R is interchangeable with CBRs or did you have to do anything besides swapping the connector ends? I'd say a R/R from a 2005 model ANYTHING would be an upgrade over anything designed 21 years ago...
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