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Old 04-14-2022, 06:32 PM   #11
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Default Re: An alternator discussion

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Originally Posted by HambBurglar View Post
Admittedly, I did not look deep enough into their Website to read about the DA plug so I went back for another look. The DA plug they talk about seems to be the 2 wire plug that connects to the alternator. The red wire that they are connecting to the output charging stud of the alternator is the wire I suggested should be connected further down stream in the electrical system. It will work the same as a 1 wire alternator if connected to the output stud. The second wire they are calling the “exciter” would have originally been connected to the dashboard “dummy” light on the 70’s GM. What the “lump” is that they install in that wire they do not say. I am no expert in 6 volt to 12 volt conversions so any input from those with greater experience is welcome. Here’s a website that is worth reading before you decide how to proceed. http://madelectrical.com/electricalt...evymain1.shtml

Ok, so I DON'T want to connect their red wire to the output stud, as I want voltage sensing of the 3 wire setup, so it would farther in to perhaps the fuse/breaker block? The second wire (the lump is a diode by the way) would go where and do what as I don't have a "dummy" light? Would it go to ignition switch or could it go to + side of coil? Thanks again!
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