Generator restoration
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Generator restoration
I just wanted to share my experience dealing with Rich Brown sr. and his son . Rich did a few generators for a friend and the workmanship and attention to detail is top notch. I picked up a good core to send him , and what he does is replace the armature for Harley cores he has rewound to his spec's , and sets them up with 52e fields and all sealed bearings for a proven , long lasting pretty much no maintenance setup. I rebuilt my old 32e and had no issues, but after talking to the Browns I was sold on the process they use . And the restoration quality is tip top .
I would highly recommend them , and for the price the peace of mind of a quality product and workmanship is well worth the price .
I would highly recommend them , and for the price the peace of mind of a quality product and workmanship is well worth the price .
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Re: Generator restoration
I've always planned on doing my own (and I still may), but Adam has just about got me convinced to send mine out to these guys.
Super nice, Adam!
Super nice, Adam!
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Thanks Robbie , I can live with that .RUBONE wrote:The casting shouldn't be bead blasted. They were as cast finish.
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I have had this e-mail address hanging in my garage for years-I hope it still is good,
genman32hd@hotmail.com
genman32hd@hotmail.com
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Rich Brown advertises in the AMCA magazine; if you're a member, just look in the back of the magazine.
If you're not a member, you can join any time. Costs $40 a year, but you get a copy of the high-quality magazine every other month, which is well worth the membership fee alone.
If you're not a member, you can join any time. Costs $40 a year, but you get a copy of the high-quality magazine every other month, which is well worth the membership fee alone.
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Great looking restoration! I will keep him in mind when I redo my 45' Flathead.
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I have spoken to Rich many times and he's been doing them since the 70's . I am very happy with the extra output from his armatures , very noticeable.
Adam
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