Recent content by Nick E

Today I collected a purpose made module from a supplier of parts for old motorbikes. In conversation he told me that he sells around 6 per year because most people convert to 12V. The unit appears well made but is of sealed construction. The whole thing is within a large finned heat sink which...

I did see that VW fitted a 6V regulator bt was unsure whether it was for a dynamo or alternator powered vehicle. The good news is that I have this eveniong been told of a source of solid state 6V regulator. I will know for sure tomorrow. In the meantime I thank you all for your comments and...

That is correct I do wish to stay with the 6V system. The owners club for this particular motorcycle has just lost the services of one of the members who had an in depth knowledge of this particular motorcycle's various electrical incarnations and regularly wrote articles for the club...

I hope it is acceptable to ask for advice here. I am based in the UK and currently restoring a British 1964 Velocette LE motorcycle. It is fitted with electrical components made by the, now defunct, Miller Company (also British). The vehicle has a 6V 3 coil alternator with permanent magnets...