Wanted Alternator and Distributor for Mark 1A

[RIX260]

I want to replace the generator with an alternator and have been looking at the DENSO Mini Alternator as a replacement. Has anyone ever converted to this brand and if so, how do you like it? Also, what model (part number) did you use. Or does anyone have a recommendation for an alternator other than DENSO that they are pleased with.

I also need to replace the distributor and am thinking of a complete new PERTRONIX unit. Can anyone give me some guidance here? Any input will be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Rick

 

[steven]

Hi I have used the denso alternator with the details and bracket available from Hoghead
Also with the distributer I finally went with a MSD electronic. But I have e pertronix unit on my Alpine and that has been working for many years.

 

[Hoghead]

That would be me with the mini Denso bracket.
I chose Desno due to the wide range of outputs, 1 or 3 wire versions, integral regulator, Denso reliability, readily available, reasonable cost (unless you are in Australia) and a small frame size. There is a reason they they are the hot rod alternator of choice

There are several ways to do the conversion, including an expensive 90A Powermaster alternator that that looks like a stock generator. I have one, but not a bolt on solution due to the pulley; and while does not line up, it is easy enough to shim into alignment
Are you looking for a non-Denso solution?

I have had both Pertronix conversion kits and complete distributors in several different cars over the years and find it a great gadget - not such great experience with a clone conversion kit in my Healey and ended up replacing it with Pertronix kit. I have two complete Pertronix distributors on Tigers - a stock looking vacuum advance unit for the "stock" car, and a more sophisticated mechanical advance, rev limiter enabled, unit on another. Unless a purist, change it out, and never think of the distributor again.

 

[Warren]

Great response Robert. Per the purist look the finish of the new cad plating and the spare wire is the give away to the . I'd like to see something other than the cast zinc MK2 style that's available.

 

[RIX260]

Thanks for the info guys. I appreciate it.
Rick