Re: So...I'm tossing the idea around...

Posted by Maz on Jan 28, 2017; 10:07am
URL: http://vintage-and-classic-hondas.81.s1.nabble.com/So-I-m-tossing-the-idea-around-tp4061890p4061902.html

OnyxWolf,
we don't have the luxury of boneyards in the UK! Could sure do with some though.

What motogrady stated about the alternators is true, to a point. The connector that joins the three yellow wires from the stator gets dirty/loose and causes arcing which upsets the charging and melts the connector. This will ultimately kill the stator. Most people scrap the connector and solder the three yellows together. The conversion to a car type alternator ("Poorboy" conversion) is popular and well documented, but it does mean modifying the pulley on the end of the crank and cutting a hole in the timing belt covers (if there are any fitted!). The use of a car tyre on the rear ("Darkside" conversion) is also quite popular and, allegedly, is perfectly safe and still provides decent grip and handling. I wouldn't have the balls to try it myself though!

A couple of good points;
Any work on cylinder heads, cams, valves etc is easy, as they are hanging out in the breeze for easy access.
Motor removal is pretty straightforward (although lot's of stuff to take off first)

One item that IS a real bitch is removing the circlip (snap ring?) on the driveshaft at the rear of the motor. This causes A LOT of swearing!

Basically, if you get a good one, regular maintenance will keep it good. Neglect it and you'll be pushing it to one of your boneyards!

Maz