krakhedd
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Buffalo, NY
Hi everybody,
I've put some solid searching into this and I can't find a yes or a no answer (so I assume the answer is, "no", but have to ask!).
I have a 2000 w/ a 2001 engine block. I do not have the towing package on mine, and a local dealer only has one alternator listed, which either suggests the towing package was never offered for my year (but it was on my '99, which had it), or it's simply unavailable due to how long it's been since the XJ stopped being built brand-new.
Anyway, I bought a unit from Ohio Generator, who was well aware I have a 2000 XJ before purchase. The alternator they sent me is visibly larger than a brand-new Bosch from NAPA, and measures approximately 1.5" larger in circumference. The wheel on the alternator is larger on the Ohio unit as well.
My friend who put the engine together for me said there isn't enough material in the bracket to machine down and fit the larger alternator. I'm curious if there's a different bracket available that I can use with no modification? This unit is rated over 220amp, which is probably 50amp more than I'll need but I'd rather have the extra capacity anyway, "just in case". But I think the next step down from Ohio is like 140amp or so, which is obviously well below where I want it.
Any direction or help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!
I've put some solid searching into this and I can't find a yes or a no answer (so I assume the answer is, "no", but have to ask!).
I have a 2000 w/ a 2001 engine block. I do not have the towing package on mine, and a local dealer only has one alternator listed, which either suggests the towing package was never offered for my year (but it was on my '99, which had it), or it's simply unavailable due to how long it's been since the XJ stopped being built brand-new.
Anyway, I bought a unit from Ohio Generator, who was well aware I have a 2000 XJ before purchase. The alternator they sent me is visibly larger than a brand-new Bosch from NAPA, and measures approximately 1.5" larger in circumference. The wheel on the alternator is larger on the Ohio unit as well.
My friend who put the engine together for me said there isn't enough material in the bracket to machine down and fit the larger alternator. I'm curious if there's a different bracket available that I can use with no modification? This unit is rated over 220amp, which is probably 50amp more than I'll need but I'd rather have the extra capacity anyway, "just in case". But I think the next step down from Ohio is like 140amp or so, which is obviously well below where I want it.
Any direction or help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!