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Old 06-20-2020, 11:38 AM   #28
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Re: 4-wire alternator wiring question...

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Originally Posted by 67 Burb View Post
I'm using a volt meter rather than an indicator light on my CS alternator, so I just ran a wire from the ignition to the "F" which shows as the "I" (for ignition) connection on one of your diagrams. Full 12V to there, so no resistor is needed on that connection.
Got that info from a buddy who has an auto electric shop.
I too am using a voltmeter, and have no dash indicator light. However, from everything that I have read, hooking 12v to your I/F has a 50/50 chance of either working fine, or frying the voltage regulator. I REALLY don't want to buy a 4th alternator. Did you do any testing to ensure that yours was the proper configuration, or do you reckon that you just got lucky?

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