857lover 291 #1 Posted May 7, 2022 so guys i’m wondering does the starter generator system charge better than a stator charging system because i feel like the starter generator would be better at running accessories and charging the battery than a regular stator behind the flywheel but i don’t know what do you guys think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 18,609 #2 Posted May 7, 2022 The S/Gs Kohler used run about 12 amps Early stators 10 amps later models 15. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bc.gold 3,406 #3 Posted May 8, 2022 Alternator needs a bit of juice from the battery to kick start charging while the generator does not, in the old days one could push start a car or truck without the battery installed using only the generator - standard transmission and certain automatics. The generators weak points, requires higher engine rpm's, in storage for prolonged periods the residual magnetism can be lost, the fields are easily flashed to restore. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 9,294 #4 Posted May 8, 2022 7 hours ago, bc.gold said: and certain automatics. Yup - the old Chevy cast iron Powerglide has both a front & rear pump back in the 1950's. Had to get them up to about 35 MPH to do it though... Generators - I had 2 vehicles with them and don't miss them. Your headlights at idle would dim down at night about as bright as 2 fireflies in a Mason jar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
