EMPI VW Alternator Conversion Kit - with Zinc Pulley & Belt

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EMPI Alternator Conversion Kit for Type 1, 1200(40 Horse)-1600cc based engines. Replace your 6 or 12 Volt generator with a modern alternator. This kit comes complete with a new EMPI 55 Amp Alternator and includes a stand, strap, 12 Volt pulley, alternator belt and 3-piece backing plate set. This is a great start for a 6 to 12 Volt Conversion for your Beetle, Karmann Ghia or Bus but other components will be needed as well; see the link below for our 6-12 Volt Conversion Kit.

If you are converting from a 6 Volt System to a 12 Volt System, we offer a 6 to 12 Volt Conversion Kit.

Installing this kit may require a spacer between the base of the carburetor and the intake manifold. These can be found under part #3245 or #16-9705.

This alternator is internally regulated!

If your VW has an externally regulated alternator, it will not be reused and your wiring must be modified. If your VW has a generator, the original voltage regulator for it must be removed and the wiring for it must be modified.

Click on the "Tech Tips" tab for more information.

California Prop 65 Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
Please Note:The information listed below is for stock, unmodified VW's manufactured for sale in the US. VW's are commonly modified and very often parts from another year VW may have been installed on your car. California Pacific JBugs is not responsible for any errors if your car has been modified in any way.
VW Beetle
Sedan
1961 - 1977
Ragtop
1961 - 1963
Sunroof
1964 - 1977
Convertible
1961 - 1970
VW Super Beetle
Sedan
1971 - 1976
Convertible
1971 - 1979
VW Karmann Ghia
Coupe
1961 - 1974
Convertible
1961 - 1974
VW Type II (Bus)
Bus
1961 - 1971
Single Cab
1961 - 1971
Double Cab
1961 - 1971
VW Thing
Thing
1973 - 1974
VW Alternator Conversion Wiring

For an internally regulated alternator to operate, the D+ terminal must be wired to the negative side of a warning light bulb. A standard, incandecsent light bulb must be used. An LED light does not draw enough current to turn on the regulator in the alternator. The positive side of the light bulb should be powered by a key hot circuit.

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90 Day Return Policy

You can return most unused, never installed, like-new items for 90 days from the date of receipt. Items must be in like-new condition.

The following items are final sale:

  • Special order items
  • Special order upholstery
  • Electrical items
  • Installed carburetors
  • Once mounted, wheels cannot be returned

For our full returns policy click here.
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