Alternator Brace

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Alternator Brace

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I'm looking to change from generator to alternator on my Corvair. I have the main engine mount, but could someone post a photo of what the smaller brace looks like. I don't know what I'm looking for. Thanks
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Re: Alternator Brace

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This should do it. Let us know if you have any further questions...

Alternator vs Generator Adaptor.jpg
Alternator vs Generator Mount.jpg

These diagrams show the original wiring and the modifications needed if you are using an original 1965-1969 Corvair style alternator and external voltage regulator. The wiring modification would not apply if you are using a later GM design alternator with an internal integrated electronic voltage regulator...

Left-click each image to enlarge for better viewing. Click a second time for maximum enlargement...
1964 Corvair Passenger Car Combined Schematic
1964 Corvair Passenger Car Combined Schematic
1964 Corvair Passenger Car Combined Schematic (Alternator Mod)
1964 Corvair Passenger Car Combined Schematic (Alternator Mod)
I looked back at your previous posts and see that you have a 1963 Corvair Monza Convertible...
1963 Corvair Passenger Car Combined Schematic
1963 Corvair Passenger Car Combined Schematic
1963 Passenger Car Combined Schematic (Alternator Mod)
1963 Passenger Car Combined Schematic (Alternator Mod)

Other model years and additional alternator conversion information...

CORVAIR COMBINED WIRING SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS

:link: viewtopic.php?f=225&t=12968


Alternator Conversion (alternate adaptation?)

:link: viewtopic.php?f=225&t=11191


Proper fan on Alternator

:link: viewtopic.php?f=225&t=10175


Corvair Alternator Conversion or Alternator Upgrades

:link: viewtopic.php?f=225&t=8945
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Re: Alternator Brace

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Keep in mind that unless you are using the stock externally regulated Corvair alternator and its associated regulator the stock brace will not bolt up. When making an internally regulated alternator conversion you will need to make a rear bracket that is similar but not the same (longer the way I clock the alternator) as the bolt hole in the later internal alternator is in a different spot.
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