At 10:50 AM 1/3/2010, you wrote: >Has anyone had any experiences with the B&C gear driven alternators for the >C series Continentals, they would care to share? >Rick Human +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
I've been running one for 350+ hours now on my 0-200 without a single problem. It was used (several hundred hours or more) when I traded the full size alternator off the 0-200. I had what he wanted and he had what I wanted so we made an even trade. I think I have the 12 amp model and it is quite adequate for my daytime VFR flying. I'm running electric fuel pump(s), radio, GPS, and all electric instruments while keeping the battery charged, including the backup battery. If I turn on my nav lights the charge rate goes to zero and with the landing lights on it shows a discharge. I suspect that if I were to replace the nav lights with LED units I could run them continuos without a problem. Landing lights would be on for a short duration and wouldn't be a problem. I've not done any night flying so can't advise you on that. It will all depend on your electrical load. The unit itself, and the regulator, seem to be very good quality although a bit pricy when purchased new. If you have to buy the drive gear, it's out of site on price too. Check the salvage yards for a good used one. As always, your results may vary.......... Larry Flesner
