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Title: Wrong generator?
Post by: dbzsjones on May 03, 2025, 04:04:28 AM
I'm restoring a 1961 Series 62 Cadillac and adding A/C from a 1962 doner car.  I mounted the generator,  and when I tried to screw the front lower bolt into the mount on the exhaust manifold I realized the hole in the generator was threaded.  I thought this was the 61 or 62 generator, but now I'm not sure.  Can I drill the threads out of that hole and use this generator, or do I need to go generator shopping?  I can't find a oval metal plate with a part number.  All the markings are in the photos.
  I know for an A/C car I'll need a high amp generator, but it will be a while before I get the A/C In and running so I can make due with either version for now.  Thanks for the help, Del
Title: Re: Wrong generator?
Post by: Clewisiii on May 03, 2025, 07:04:30 AM
I like pictures. The pulley also looks like it might be the wrong size.
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Title: Re: Wrong generator?
Post by: Clewisiii on May 03, 2025, 07:07:22 AM
I had been thinking about buying this from ebay as a spare. Screenshot_20250503_070616_eBay~2.jpg
Title: Re: Wrong generator?
Post by: dbzsjones on May 03, 2025, 12:13:55 PM
It does look like my pulley is bigger.
Title: Re: Wrong generator?
Post by: dbzsjones on May 03, 2025, 12:33:46 PM
I was the 1 watching, and the seller just sent me an offer, so I bought it.  Thanks for the help.