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Old Apr 14, 2021 | 05:38 PM
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Solid state voltage regulators

Anybody replaced the mechanical voltage regulator with an electronic one? I’ve seen A Motorcraft for 50 bucks and an AC Delco for 25 bucks. Looks like they are plug in replacements but thought I would seek the sage advice here.

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Old Apr 15, 2021 | 04:36 AM
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See post #2. Solid State Voltage Regulator - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums (ford-trucks.com)
Here is a good deal if you want cheap and made in the USA. All of the new Motorcraft's are made in Mexico.
E-TRON GR-540 Voltage Regulator - New | eBay
If you haven't done it already you need to disconnect those two rectangular plugs that come thru the cowl beside the e-brake cable and clean all the connections. Everything going on outside the cab passes thru those connectors. They may not come apart without a fight if they have turned green inside.
 
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I replaced mine with SS three years ago. The original style I bought from a parts supplier went bad very quick. Anyway, the old voltage regulator cover fits right on in case you are into how it looks.

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