[T3] Generator for 72 SB

[Dave Hall]

And remember, the belts don't need much tension as they're only driving the
generator, not the fan.  Over-tightening is the most likely reason for the
bearings failing (if they have).

Dave.
UK VW Type 3&4 Club
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From: type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org
[mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org] On Behalf Of Jim Adney
Sent: 23 July 2012 16:53
To: type3 at vwtype3.org
Subject: Re: [T3] Generator for 72 SB

On 23 Jul 2012 at 15:38, Daniel K. Du Vall wrote:

> Looking for a rebuilt generator. Does anyone know of a good place to get
one or have a good rebuilt one for a 72 SB?
> I want to get a good one so I can rebuild the current one for a spare. I
think the bearing are going out as it has that sort of sound its making when
first starting up it then goes away after a few.

It only takes a few minutes to replace the bearings, but I'm not sure you're
actually hearing generator bearing problems. Use a long screwdriver to
listen to each end of the generator. Generator bearing sounds aren't usually
loud enough to hear above the engine sounds, and they don't tend to go away
after a bit.

However, if you need them, I have generators, bearings, and brushes.
 
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Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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