{"product_id":"empi-12v-alternator-conversion-kit-internal-regulator-vw-beetle-bus-ghia-type-3","title":"EMPI 12V Alternator Conversion Kit | Air-Cooled VW Type 1, Bus \u0026 Ghia | 55-Amp w\/ Stand \u0026 Strap (00-9445-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI 12V Alternator Conversion Kit — 55-Amp with Stand, Strap \u0026amp; Backing Plates (00-9445-0)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEMPI Part #: 00-9445-0.\u003c\/b\u003e Replace your 12-volt generator with a \u003cb\u003ehigh-charging 55-amp alternator\u003c\/b\u003e. This complete kit comes with a new EMPI alternator and everything needed to mount it. It is also a great starting point for converting a 6-volt system to 12-volt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVW Type 1 (Beetle):\u003c\/b\u003e 1967–1986\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTransporter T2 (Bus):\u003c\/b\u003e 1967–1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eKarmann Ghia:\u003c\/b\u003e 1967–1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuggy:\u003c\/b\u003e 1967–1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBaja:\u003c\/b\u003e 1968–1986\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Choose EMPI?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMPI is a trusted name in air-cooled VW parts. This conversion kit bundles a new 55-amp alternator with the mounting hardware needed to retire an aging generator and handle modern electrical loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigher output:\u003c\/b\u003e New EMPI 55-amp alternator replaces the original 12-volt generator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete kit:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes alternator stand, strap, and 3-piece backing plate set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e6V-to-12V ready:\u003c\/b\u003e A great starting point for a 6-volt to 12-volt conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOutput:\u003c\/b\u003e 55 amps, 12 volt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/b\u003e Alternator, stand, strap, 3-piece backing plate set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 00-9445-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUPC:\u003c\/b\u003e 707924339642\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSold As:\u003c\/b\u003e Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhat's included in the kit?\u003c\/b\u003e A new EMPI 55-amp alternator, an alternator stand, a strap, and a 3-piece backing plate set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCan I use this to convert 6V to 12V?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes — it is a great starting point for converting a 6-volt system to 12-volt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop related parts: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ignition\"\u003eIgnition \u0026amp; Electrical\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-vw-aircooled\"\u003eAll VW Air-Cooled\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-beetle\"\u003eVW Beetle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. All parts legal for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EMPI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44925512843379,"sku":"00-9445-0","price":223.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/2760\/1523\/files\/00-9445-0.jpg?v=1780376925","url":"https:\/\/www.washburnsmetal.com\/products\/empi-12v-alternator-conversion-kit-internal-regulator-vw-beetle-bus-ghia-type-3","provider":"Washburn's Metal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}