Hi
('85 Z28 305)
My alternator has died and the only replacement I've been able to get hold of is a new Excel, but it's for an '88-89. This is the UK and (non-overpriced) parts are difficult to find - quotes for new alternators of 175 UK pounds (over $300) for example!
Problem is, the old alternator only has the main output lug and a two-pin spade connector on the back (although the VIN is definitely '85, it's got the 84 alternator wiring. Transitional phase?).
The new alternator has the '85-up 4-pin SFLP connector.
Does anyone have info on whether this is an OK swap to do, and how I wire up the SFLP connector to the 2-pin loom?
Many thanx
Malc

 

if you can get a connector for the 88 alt., the wiring (other than the plug) is the same, you will only use 2 of those 4 terminals

 

ermmm..... those two connectors being S,F,L or P?
The wire colours in the loom I have are brown (into loom from output lug) and red (to battery).
Malc

 

this is the swap you are doing, right?

 

if so, the big wire still goes to the back, the red wire from the harness goes to S and the brown goes to L

 

Wow - talk about first-class service! :hail:
Your pics are exactly what I have, I just need the conn block and I'm away.
Superb!
Malc