getoffamycloud Posted July 7, 2013 Share #1 Posted July 7, 2013 Hi everybody,So I am wondering if anyone has used the alternator upgrade KIT from MSA? Motorsport! 60-Amp Alternator Upgrade Kit, 70-73 240Z - The Z Store! Nissan-Datsun 240Z-260Z-280Z-280ZX-300ZX(Z31/Z32)-350Z-370Z PartsIs that alternator decent, or should I really get a rebuilt-280-one? Any recommendations of an alternator that is compatible and good quality, but not too expensive?Thanks! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/46920-alternator-upgrade-question-specific/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
getoffamycloud Posted July 7, 2013 Author Share #2 Posted July 7, 2013 its a 71 240z BTW, sorry! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/46920-alternator-upgrade-question-specific/#findComment-427121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveJ Posted July 7, 2013 Share #3 Posted July 7, 2013 The alternators featured in that kit are rebuilt 280Z alternators. It also comes with a plug to jumper out your voltage regulator.As for what is compatible, there are many different swaps that have been done, including a GM 1-wire alternator. Quality? How much do you trust rebuilt alternators? I did a swap 12 years ago with an Autozone rebuild and still have that alternator. YMMV.Note that the plug MSA includes is offered by itself, as well. It is very convenient for the upgrade. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/46920-alternator-upgrade-question-specific/#findComment-427123 Share on other sites More sharing options...
getoffamycloud Posted July 7, 2013 Author Share #4 Posted July 7, 2013 Thank you very much! I think I will go ahead with the kit then. worst case scenario-I'll fix it again!Thanks Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/46920-alternator-upgrade-question-specific/#findComment-427126 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarvo2 Posted July 7, 2013 Share #5 Posted July 7, 2013 Check out Dave's 1972 Datsun 240z: Alternator Upgrade Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/46920-alternator-upgrade-question-specific/#findComment-427131 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlorber Posted July 8, 2013 Share #6 Posted July 8, 2013 I bought an early 80's ZX alternator from Auto Zone for $40.00 with a lifetime warranty. I bought the adaptor plug directly from Dave Irwin (he makes them for MSA. I have had no problems with the modification. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/topic/46920-alternator-upgrade-question-specific/#findComment-427154 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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