SVX Network Forums Live Chat! SVX or Subaru Links Old Lockers Photo Post How-To Documents Message Archive SVX Shop Search |
IRC users: |
#16
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
Quote:
.
__________________
. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . |
#17
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
7/1/14 Still no uprated alternators on the maniac Motors web page. Was going to call them but I'll just wait.
Last edited by gwynethh; 07-01-2014 at 07:41 AM. |
#18
|
|||
|
|||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
Quote:
While Christian was awesome about refunding me I am unhappy about the whole ordeal. There is more to my story than I am willing to share on a public forum. |
#19
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
I've had a maniac alternator for a few years now and within a year it keeps Goin out. I've taken it to a local alternator and generator shop and they replaced a diode and worked fine until a few days ago. The idiot lights came on dimly at a stop and when I checked voltage... She was putting 12.8v and that's about what the battery read with the car off.
Should I replace the diodes again (~$90) or new alternator? The battery is new. Also is the alternator mod worth it? Thanks in advance
__________________
VICSVX 94 SVX L AWD Conversion Barcelona Red First car and now being restored, 215xxx Last edited by VICSVX; 07-29-2014 at 08:35 PM. Reason: Typo |
#20
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
I would recommend you contact Christian at MM, she may offer an extended warranty.
__________________
Cheers! Gordon 1997 Ebony #308 113k "The Black Diva"SOLD 1992 Black over Liquid Silver 152k SOLD 1992 Ebony 251k 444 SOLD 1999 Silver SLK230 134k SOLD 1997 Green Outback 137k SOLD 2013 Honda Accord I4 SOLD 2015 Subaru Crosstrek 30k 2018 Tesla M3 30k |
#21
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
Just for anyone interested. I called Maniac and spoke with Christian. They have no plans to offer the HO alternator for the SVX and that they just have the stock replacement.
On the bright side, I decided to perform John's wiring mod after only getting about 12.4V output. Now that its done the max output is 13.7V (~2000 RPM) which is much better but still not good enough. Thats why I reached out to Maniac about the alternator replacement. Bonus - The stock output unit is now $230 with just a $25 dollar core. Bummer
__________________
1994 SVX LSi JDM Tailbar and Grill, Clear Corners, 15min-mod, Nevin Blue RSB, G-FORCE SPORT COMP-2 Tires, Phenolic Spacers (Manifold & Throttle Body), SS Brake Lines, Maniac Electric Motors 160A Alternator 2008 Legacy 3.0R |
#22
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
Hi all,
I have a MM 160A High Output never used, in the original box unopened that I would sell for $200 + shipping (CONUS only)
__________________
Cheers! Gordon 1997 Ebony #308 113k "The Black Diva"SOLD 1992 Black over Liquid Silver 152k SOLD 1992 Ebony 251k 444 SOLD 1999 Silver SLK230 134k SOLD 1997 Green Outback 137k SOLD 2013 Honda Accord I4 SOLD 2015 Subaru Crosstrek 30k 2018 Tesla M3 30k |
#23
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
PM Sent
__________________
1994 SVX LSi JDM Tailbar and Grill, Clear Corners, 15min-mod, Nevin Blue RSB, G-FORCE SPORT COMP-2 Tires, Phenolic Spacers (Manifold & Throttle Body), SS Brake Lines, Maniac Electric Motors 160A Alternator 2008 Legacy 3.0R |
#24
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
Another option
Quality Power 31510 Yucaipa Blvd. Yucaipa, CA 92399 175$ shipped plus an/your old one up front
__________________
"Peace is the flower of justice." |
#25
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
Extended conversation with Christian at Maniac today.
Her work staff is very busy and a bit backlogged at the moment, so she doesn't have the time or manpower to produce the HO alternator for the next couple of months. She wants to offer them again in late spring to her lineup Since her source of German voltage regulators dried up, she has been looking for reliable replacement regulators for our cars. She rebuilt just one HO alternator for Halistan over the past year, using a newer,more stable voltage regulator from the Rand Group "Rand-Tek". She has not heard back from him about any problems, so this is encouraging to her. She does not want to rebuild something that would not last. I will contact him to see how his alternator is holding up. This new RAND regulator is only used in her HO rebuilds. Rand-Tek is an American company, producing automotive products worldwide. Designed and manufactured in China and Tiawan. More about the company HERE
__________________
. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . Last edited by svxcess; 01-07-2016 at 06:02 AM. |
#26
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
John - I mentioned your name in my conversation with her but you clearly have a better report . I am not in desperate need of the alternator yet as mine is almost out but I am hesitant to buy second hand new stock since I would really like the benefit of the warranty.
As always thanks for what you do
__________________
1994 SVX LSi JDM Tailbar and Grill, Clear Corners, 15min-mod, Nevin Blue RSB, G-FORCE SPORT COMP-2 Tires, Phenolic Spacers (Manifold & Throttle Body), SS Brake Lines, Maniac Electric Motors 160A Alternator 2008 Legacy 3.0R |
#27
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
Quote:
13.7V in a normal driving state with average load, in a hot state, is quite good. On a cold startup in the morning, the alternator is in a cold state and the alternator should be at about 14.1v, dropping as it warms up.
__________________
. Subaru Ambassador 1996 Polo Green LSi #216..138,100 miles...SOLD JFICX8659TH100216.....Date of Manufacture: November 16, 1995..... Fuji Heavy Industries..Ōta North Plant....Ōta City,. Gunma Prefecture, Japan In-Service Date: January 2, 1997 "The Pristine Green Polo Machine” First Polo Green on the Network First Clear front turn signals, JDM Alcyone hood emblem, rear panel, and BOXER engine cover on the Network (US) (2000) First 5000K HID factory fog lights (2007) First SVX JDM BBS wheels on a USDM SVX (2013) HID lighting (5000K) for headlight and H3 fog lights, PIAA SuperExtreme 120W high beams, rebuilt EG33 longblock, Cometic head gaskets, Phase II flexplate, AMR aluminum radiator with custom silicone hoses, 160A high-output alternator in aluminum-ceramic coated case, new design alternator wiring upgrade v.4, rare factory headlight protectors, refinished JDM BBS mesh aluminum wheels and custom, polished billet aluminum new hex center caps, LED grille mod, R1 Concepts high-carbon cryo slotted rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, Goodridge S/S braided brake lines, Smallcar Stage 1 shift kit, ThermalTech aluminum/ceramic-coated valve covers, Energy Suspension urethane front & rear swaybar bushings, Bontrager22 rear swaybar with QS Components Chromoly Teflon/Kevlar endlinks, "$15.00/5 minute" suspension mod. Hella Supertone horns, Custom stainless steel exhaust system with 2" headpipes, Magnaflow cats, AeroTurbine AR25 resonator /AWD "Bullet" muffler. R.I.P. 2010 Subaru Outback Limited 2.5 CVT...338,000 miles. Totaled by a 1,300 lb. COW March 4, 2016 2014 Hyundai Avante Limited ...178,000 miles. Actually quieter and smoother than the Outback 2007 Mazda Miata MX-5 PRHT...102,000 miles. Plenty of parts, service and windshields. 4th Registered Network member —2/21/2001 My NEW locker..I...My Email..I..Wikipedia/SVX . . |
#28
|
||||
|
||||
Re: Maniac Electric Motors Alternator Update
The 13.7 peak was at cold startup with no load
__________________
1994 SVX LSi JDM Tailbar and Grill, Clear Corners, 15min-mod, Nevin Blue RSB, G-FORCE SPORT COMP-2 Tires, Phenolic Spacers (Manifold & Throttle Body), SS Brake Lines, Maniac Electric Motors 160A Alternator 2008 Legacy 3.0R |
|
|