70A alternator questions -
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
From: Phoenix,Arizona
70A alternator questions -
Good afternoon,
I have a rebuilt 70A alternator here staring at me - questions - is this 'overkill'
for a 4.9L auto with air and a radio?
Do I need to take any precautions or changes in the wiring (truck being built from parts) per voltage regulator etc. The ignition is Duraspark II if that matters.
Appreciate any and all help - this place is "it" for info!
Thanks in advance -GHO
47 panel,4.9L,C6, blah blah blah - many parts waiting to join in productive 'harmony' !
I have a rebuilt 70A alternator here staring at me - questions - is this 'overkill'
for a 4.9L auto with air and a radio?
Do I need to take any precautions or changes in the wiring (truck being built from parts) per voltage regulator etc. The ignition is Duraspark II if that matters.
Appreciate any and all help - this place is "it" for info!
Thanks in advance -GHO
47 panel,4.9L,C6, blah blah blah - many parts waiting to join in productive 'harmony' !
Moderator
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 57,027
Likes: 2,762
From: Virginia
Overkill in alternator size doesn't hurt anything except your wallet and getting it to fit in the correct spot on the engine.
I am assuming since this a older vehicle, you have a modern wiring harness you have installed? Make sure the output wire of the 70a alternator is at least 10 gauge, and you should be good to go.
I am assuming since this a older vehicle, you have a modern wiring harness you have installed? Make sure the output wire of the 70a alternator is at least 10 gauge, and you should be good to go.
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Jun 2001
Posts: 19
Likes: 0
From: Phoenix,Arizona
70A alternator ?
Thanks for the answer.
Alternator is in the truck,Ford reman unit,mounted on the 'skinny long' engine, and the grocery store and gas station got my wallet !
I will be sure to use 10g or heavier wire at output - fat wires are good.
Thanks Again.
GHO
Alternator is in the truck,Ford reman unit,mounted on the 'skinny long' engine, and the grocery store and gas station got my wallet !
I will be sure to use 10g or heavier wire at output - fat wires are good.
Thanks Again.
GHO
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
perks56
1948 - 1956 F1, F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
18
Jan 6, 2013 01:09 PM
fordinlinesix
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Dec 3, 2002 08:50 AM
