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Old 08-03-2011, 02:29 PM
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alternator question

Hi guys well im doing a single belt set up on my 85 from an 92 no my question its how am i supposed to wire the alternator since my current one its the 2 wire one and the new one its the 3 or 4 wire one how to wire it? any imput appreciated
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Re: alternator question

You realize to do this swap, you'll have to change the alternator (as you already know), the water pump (to a reverse flow), AND the PS pump as well, right? NONE of the non-serp accessories have the same bolt holes as the serp accessories.
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Re: alternator question

thanks for the heads up on the water pump im using the aluminum brakets im guessing the pump is still required any input as far as how to wire the alternator what wires am i supposed to connect to which move redirect or eliminate thanks again
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Re: alternator question

Originally Posted by andresinibus
my question its how am i supposed to wire the alternator since my current one its the 2 wire one and the new one its the 3 or 4 wire one....
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