Turns out that $20 regulator may have been a waste. The field wire on the alternator had a loose connector. After a few trips around the block & over the hill its putting out just over 14v. Now to let it sit for a bit then check starting it while warm/hot.

I sure as hell will enjoy them. We are used to farts around here. My Doberman could out stink a grown man fart on a 3 day drunk that has ate only beans. She eats eggs, whole thigh quarters (chicken) & a little ol roy & outputs plenty.