I installed 2 sets of lights on my ROPs 2 for ahead and 2 for the hoe. My headlights are smashed out from the previous owner from dumping rocks out of the bucket apparently. A few nights ago I was doing the worse job one can do with a tractor: digging a resting spot for my old beagle. Anyway, I was revved up to 2000rpm or so for about 30 minutes with all 4 lights running (220w or so). I then went and pushed some snowbanks back with the throttle set at 1500 and revving up to 2600 when needed. Noticed that the lights were dimmer at 1500 than 2600. Shut the tractor off for an hour and almost didn't restart due to low battery. I let her rev to 2000 for about 30 minutes while i cleaned up the yard with the wheeler. Started perfect the next day, so the little generator obviously can charge the battery enough for restart, but clearly can no support my lights.
Anyone install a small 1 wire alternator on one of these old tractors? Is there a certain type someone has used with good results?
Anyone install a small 1 wire alternator on one of these old tractors? Is there a certain type someone has used with good results?