XJR1300 Alternator

[aviationfred]

I am installing a XJR1300 alternator. The main reason is for aesthetics. I have always disliked the look of the OEM alternator. Too me, it looks like something that belongs on a 1950's Massey Ferguson tractor.


Fred

[Pat Conlon]

Looks interesting Fred.....is there any additional wattage capacity with the XJR vs OEM ?

[aviationfred]

Looks interesting Fred.....is there any additional wattage capacity with the XJR vs OEM ?

I am not sure. Maybe Randy can answer that question. These can be purchased brand new on the RPM site. http://www.rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=Alternator



Fred

[simi_ed]

I don't think there's any more watts to be found in the FJ/XJ alternator.  When I was having starter issues a few years ago, I spoke to a guy that did custom winds for starters (24V) and also alternators.  When I asked about squeezing some more out of the FJ Alternator, he just laughed!  It's already at 100% of capacity for the case-no more, no how.
YMMV.

Ed

[aviationfred]

The alternator is installed. One thing to note. The mounting eyes on the XJR alternator are thicker than the FJ alternator mounting eyes. Longer bolts are required.

I also added a pair of auxiliary lights in preparation of my ride to the WCR. 3000 lumens each at 5000k color.


Fred

[FJmonkey]

Damn!! Serious light Fred.

[aviationfred]

Damn!! Serious light Fred.

I will be trading out my 5000k HID light kit for a 5500k LED hi power kit that is 3800 lumens. This is the bulb I will be ordering.

http://www.aerostich.com/high-power-led-headlight-bulb-kit.html

Fred

[Little Pink Steve]

Nice mod there.......was there any weight difference between the two.

[aviationfred]

The XJR1300 alternator weighs about 1 pound more than the OEM FJ1200 alternator.


Fred

[giantkiller]

I must say Fred. You have the wurst case of the dreaded moditis disease. That I have ever seen. Hopefully someone will start group sessions​ so we can help each other recover from this.

[jscgdunn]

I must say Fred. You have the wurst case of the dreaded moditis disease. That I have ever seen. Hopefully someone will start group sessions​ so we can help each other recover from this.

Keep it quiet from Fred.  There is an intervention planned at WCR.  The process will involve plenty of sharing and a 12 pack program.

[simi_ed]

I must say Fred. You have the worst case of the dreaded moditis disease. That I have ever seen. Hopefully someone will start group sessions so we can help each other recover from this.

I guess you've never met Pat.  I think Pat is the most severe documented case.  Fred's condition could still deteriorate(?) though, depending on how long his wallet holds out.  I guess you could say, 'depending on his will to spend'!

[Pat Conlon]

No, Fred has many more mods of his FJ than I have on mine...

....then again, I can only think of one 1350cc FJ (in the world) that has an uber trick 24v starting system...

[Earl Svorks]

  Fred,,
Do you know what the aggregate current draw from the 5 lights is @ 14 v?
   Simon

[aviationfred]

The lights are as follows.

Turn signal/running lights...White 5000k/Amber Cree Switchback LED 60 watts

Headlight...5000k HID 35 watts

Auxiliary driving lights...5000k Cree LED 120 watts/3000 Lumens

I will be able to get actual running amp draw numbers later this evening.

Fred