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Alternator wiring revisited

To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
Subject: Alternator wiring revisited
From: Adam Bradley <ambradley@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 3 Jul 2001 10:17:37 -0700 (PDT)
OK, I've installed the GM one wire alternator and wired it.  (I was
surprised that it fits in the stock late alternator location and the
pulley lines up; the only mod. necessary was to enlarge the bottom ear
hole on the alternator).

OK, now for the reason for this e-mail.  I want to make sure I've wired
it correctly before I hook up the negative battery post.  I connected a
12 gauge wire with an inline 30 amp fuse from the "red" post on the
alternator directly to the battery + terminal.  I connected the other
post on the back of the alternator to ground.  I've seen messages
stating this is not necessary.

Does this sound right?  Am I going to blow up my car or melt my wiring?

More importantly, can I completely disconnect my external voltage
regulator and leave the connector dangling?  Do I have any other wiring
I need or should do?



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