What does a voltage regulator do on a VW Beetle?

What does a voltage regulator do on a VW Beetle?

The regulator controls the voltage/current fed to the rotor’s electromagnet coil windings through terminals D- and DF to provide an output voltage at the D+ or B+ terminals of about 14.5V.

How much is an alternator for a VW Bug?

Volkswagen Beetle Alternator Replacement Cost Estimate. Labor costs are estimated between $268 and $338 while parts are priced between $533 and $1,027.

Can a air cooled Volkswagen be upgraded to an alternator?

One of the most common upgrades to any Air Cooled Volkswagen is to convert the basic electrical charging system from a dynamo (generator) to an Alternator. This can be done to any upright 1200cc, 1300cc, 1500cc or 1600cc Type 1 engine with one of our alternator conversion bundle kits.

Where is the dynamo located on a VW alternator?

The Dynamo is mounted to a backing plate which is bolted onto the fanshroud with 4 bolts. You need to remove these bolts (1 in each corner). Once they have been removed the Dynamo, backing plate and cooling fan will come out of the fanshroud. This is where it becomes a little awkward if the engine is still in the car.

How do you change alternator on aircooled engine?

In your alternator kit you will notice that it has a new stand to mount the alternator. This replaces your original one. It is simply removed from the engine by 4x 8mm nuts (13mm spanner required). Once removed fit a new gasket (not supplied in the kit but can be purchased HERE if required) and then mount the new stand onto the engine.

Can a 12 volt alternator be used on a 1200cc engine?

This can be done to any upright 1200cc, 1300cc, 1500cc or 1600cc Type 1 engine with one of our alternator conversion bundle kits. It can also be used on 6 Volt systems as part of a 12 volt conversion but only on engines that have a removable dynamo stand (So not 25HP and 30HP engines manufactured before 1960).