Posted on Apr 16, 2010 under snowmobile motor |
My dad and I are replacing the engine in a golf cart with a bigger one from a snowmobile. The mechanics of the whole operation are taken care of, but we are not sure about the electrical system. the old engine used a starter generator to start and generate power for the lights and such, but the snowmobile engine has a standard starter motor and an alternator built in. We have no idea what kind of system it used for charging the battery. We have the regulator from the old engine and are wondering if we can use this. It is an old mechanical style one with three connections. D+, D-, and DF. Can we use a full wave bridge rectifier to convert the AC from the alternator into DC and then smooth it out with a capacitor and run that power into the old regulator? I’m not sure how to connect the regulator as we accidentally removed it before taking note of how it was connected. Basically I want it to be able to run the carts lights and recharge the battery after starting.
These labels mean Dynamo +, Dynamo - and Dynamo field. The plus and minus are the auxiliary output just for the regulator if there is a B+ on the alternator. The field is fed from the regulator, and this is the smaller wire or connection usually. The link below shows the connections. The ignition/charge warning light is necessary to get the alternator started.
The wire from B+ to the battery handles the full output current of the alternator.
The regulator connections are all 10A automotive wire.
The minus side of the battery is grounded at the engine body and this carries the full starter motor current. It is possible there is another ground connection for the lights etc. This goes to the battery negative.
There must be a connection between the battery and the alternator frame that can carry the full alternator output. This may be the engine body through the starter motor ground.
Some alternators have the regulator built in to the brush holders. The old mechanical regulator will only work if both are thesame voltage, like 12V.
If in doubt you can always get an auto electrician to do it. Do the wiring as you think and get them to "fix it", so the labour is less.
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Posted on Apr 16, 2010 under snowmobile |
I am going to get a snowmobile (2006 F6 Sno Pro), I was wondering what is the difference between a regular F6 arctic cat and a arctic cat F6 Sno Pro. Which has more performance? Which would you get and why? Thanks Spencer
Sno Pro = Deeper snow, and a bigger belt
F6 = Normal drviving, not made for off-piste
Same engines, seating and all that, given that they are the same year.
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Posted on Apr 09, 2010 under snowmobile parts |
I gave money gram all my info to setup an account, cuz I was going to wire a guy $150 for some snowmobile parts. I then relized that this guy is probably a scamer!!!! This guy already has my phone#, address and e-mail. I haven’t completely setup my account with MG. I still have to confirm my bank account by entering in the exact amount that they deposited in my account.
Since I’ve been waiting for the deposit, I’ve read enough horror stories in the last half hour on how money gram has scammed thousands of people. I don’t want to be one of those people!!!! I shouldn’t have been so foolish and did some research before I gave them all my information, but they seemed legit. Then again what do I know???
My question is…. is it safe with MG having my info or Is it too late to cancel my account? Am I in to deep, now that they have all my info and can give it to anyone?
I am also wondering dose this potential scammer have enough information to make my life a forever living hell? He dosn’t have my middle or last name just my e mail phone # and address. This guy seemed like a real honest guy , until he couldn’t provide me with any pictures and was constantly assuring me that these parts are in mint condition and that I would be satisfied… He originally contacted me through a community snowmobile forum that I had posted a topic that stated "I need parts for such and such snowmobile". The next day he e-mailed me that he had what I needed in mint condition. I asked if there was anyway we could do a money order. Like half now and half when I receive the parts in satisfactory condition, or paypal since I already have an account with them, he replied "no I onley do money gram or via western union" so I figured I’ll setup an account with money gram they seem just as legit as paypal.
I am now backing out of this deal and have not yet wired any money to anyone yet. I’m just worried about MG having all my info!!! What should I do???
You’re right not to wire any money to this guy - definitely smells like a scam. As far as MG having your info, I don’t think you’re in danger. Be sure to check out FBI warnings, ripoff report & complaints board. Here’s a great list of resources for scam-checking:
http://www.squidoo.com/Scam_on_you
good luck!
karin
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Posted on Apr 09, 2010 under snowmobile motor |
My dad and I are replacing the engine in a golf cart with a bigger one from a snowmobile. The mechanics of the whole operation are taken care of, but we are not sure about the electrical system. the old engine used a starter generator to start and generate power for the lights and such, but the snowmobile engine has a standard starter motor and an alternator( with only two wires coming out of it) built in. We have no idea what kind of system it used for charging the battery. We have the regulator from the old engine and are wondering if we can use this. It is an old mechanical style one with three connections. D+, D-, and DF. Can we use a full wave bridge rectifier to convert the AC from the alternator into DC and then smooth it out with a capacitor and run that power into the old regulator? I’m not sure how to connect the regulator as we accidentally removed it before taking note of how it was connected. Basically I want it to be able to run the carts lights and recharge the battery after starting.
This alternator is about as simple as could be, it has no regulator.
MOST newer alternators have the rectifiers and regulator built in and therefore put out DC AND regulate it.
Check with the snowmobile company.
IF this is so, you do NOT need the regulator, just one connection to ground and the BAT connection to battery. (The BAT connection on the alternator is the one that is insulated from the frame of the alternator.)
IF not, then obtain the proper regulator and/or rectifier for the engine you are going to use. They should come with wiring instructions.
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