adding charging unit to 1966 60hp V-4

[RobG]

I've got a Johnson 60HP V-4, model vxl-12r, that didn't come with the generator option to charge batteries, etc. Can I add a rectifier to the coil and convert the power to DC output. I've tried looking for the generator, the price has been very ridiculous for a part that's not warranted.<br /><br />Thanks<br /><br />Rob

 

[Joe Reeves]

Re: adding charging unit to 1966 60hp V-4

For a charging system to operate, either a generator or stator (alternator) would be the first thing you would need.<br /><br />The 1966 VXL12R does not incorporate the alternator system BUT the 1966 VXL12M does. The difference consists of a different "Flywheel" and "Ring Gear", then the addition of a "Stator" (under the flywheel) and the "Rectifier"<br /><br />Check around the various outboard repair shops. They just might have one of those old 1966 VXL12M 60hp models laying around with a blown powerhead or lower unit that they'll part out.<br /><br />The original 1966 numbers of the parts needed which may include other year and/or hp models are:<br /><br />Flywheel: 580645<br /><br />Ring Gear: 312917<br /><br />Stator: 580650<br /><br />Rectifier: 580656<br /><br />Note that the rectifier listed has the push on plug connectors, is no longer available and listed for a outrageous price of over $150.00.<br /><br />The present rectifier being used today is the same excepting the connectors which you could modify easily which is part number 583408 (about $40.00). Good luck.

 

[RobG]

Re: adding charging unit to 1966 60hp V-4

Joe,<br /><br />Thanks for the great info. I will begin my search for parts this weekend. Do you know of any good online salvage yards.<br /><br />Thanks Again!<br /><br />Rob

 

[steelespike]

Re: adding charging unit to 1966 60hp V-4

I'm no expert on these charging systems but my guess is the output may be relatively low so if you are thinking of maintaining a trolling motor battery or a huge number of accessories like a speaker system it may be limited.I'm sure Joe can give you an idea what the output is.If you are just operating running lights occasionally and a fish finder and a normal radio and you are worried about starting keep your present starting battery and add a good deepcycle to operate things.And just charge ir after each outing.