170 Alternator conversion

[Redkneck]

So I'm only getting 12.6 volts running the OEM setup. Going to make a bracket and install an old delco 10/12SI one wire setup. Im guessing I can just unhook the water cooled regulator and tape up the connections to disable the old system?

Where in my harness can I hook up the #1 terminal to get the indicator light, or just disregard it?

Thanks as always!
john

 

[Eric 3.7LX Alpha 1]

Re: 170 Alternator conversion

Try this:


I copied the brackets in this conversion for sale on Ebay..... Worked perfect, used a piece of string to get the belt length, and bought a spare.


Sorry the picture is so small... here is the link to the one for sale:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCRUISER-...ear&hash=item3a81be2473&vxp=mtr#ht_534wt_1141

 

[Redkneck]

Re: 170 Alternator conversion

Thanks Eric! I'm a little confused on that schematic though, shouldnt the Batt terminal on the alternator be full-time to the battery? Looks like it's attached to the start terminal of the starter solenoid or am I missing something?

thanks, john.

 

[Don S]

Re: 170 Alternator conversion

Alternators are always wired to the starter like that on an OEM marine engine. No need to go directly to the battery. If you have a battery switch, the alternator wouldn't be disconnected from the battery when you shut the switch off.
The only time you would go some where else is if you had a battery isolator. Then the alternator would go to the ALT terminal of the isolator.

 

[wrestling coach]

Re: 170 Alternator conversion

Here is an example of a low mount conversion on my 470.



Dennis

 

[Eric 3.7LX Alpha 1]

Re: 170 Alternator conversion

The alternator output goes to the same terminal on the starter as the positive battery cable. The battery is charged thru the positive cable.