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info on buying new alternator
Need to purchase a new alternator for my 72 C10 350. I have external regulator. What would you install on a daily driver for my son. And where is a good place to get one................Thanks
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Re: info on buying new alternator
I got mine from summit, 1 or 3 wire (three wire is best) internal reg. chrome case 100 amp. has been a good one, 3 years no problems.
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Re: info on buying new alternator
AC Delco alternator part# 334-2112. 60-75 bucks at most auto parts stores with a lifetime warranty. It will bolt right in place of your old one. All you will need to do is disconnect your voltage regulator then cut and join the fist and last wire together on the wiring harness. you can leave the plug there or cut the two middle wires and put a butt connector on them and wrap them in elect tape. I have done this on every car or truck I have ever owned with an external regulator without any problems. The one on my '69 ha been on there for 10+ years.
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Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere
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Re: info on buying new alternator
What kind of money do you want to spend and what amount of amperage load is he planning? If there are stereo components involved, then a higher amperage unit is best. I run alternators from Tuff Stuff and I get the higher amperage capability AT IDLE RPMS, that many alternators do not offer. It is worth the money for that little extra. I purchased mine from Summit Racing also. I used the website and tech help at Tuff Stuff to decide what I wanted.
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Re: info on buying new alternator
Just bought and installed this one. For now all I know is it works
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWNX%3AIT I opted for the 3 wire. It will be easier to find on the road if necessary
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Re: info on buying new alternator
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415738
here is a link to an old thread with part numbers and links to wiring a three wire alt. i just replaced my stock 64 amp with a new 12SI 94 amp three wire alt. |
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Re: info on buying new alternator
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Re: info on buying new alternator
I was brought alternator from Ebay. According to me Ebay is good source for buying any auto parts.
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