I have my 88 F250 with a 7.5 l 460. Today the alternator went out. I would like to do a conversion to put a 3G alternator on this truck and get rid of the old 2G that failed. I have two questions, the first is after measuring the spacing I need a 7-inch Center to Center Mount alternator. Were these ever available with a 130 amp rating?
If so what car should I look up the fender replacement? The next question is what parts besides the new alternator will I need to do the conversion?

Thanks!
Luke

 

The 1995 F53 130amp may work OK for you.
Note the adjusting bolt is metric and yours is fractional.

 

Get an alternator for a 1997 Taurus with a 3.0L OHV V6. 130 amp, 7" bolt spacing. You will need a new bolt, washer, lock washer, and nut for the top bolt. You should also get a new charge wire, 6 AWG or thicker, plus some form of circuit protection rated 150-175 amps.

 

I don't have one in front of me to measure, but the pictures shown on Rockauto have the 8.5" bolt spacing.

 

Just the Answer I was looking for! Thank you!

 

The 1995 F53 460 Alternator is 7-inch Center to Center.
Not sure where you were looking but it is 7 inches on my 460 as I just went out an measure it.
Note that you need different wiring for alternator.

 

Then you should check out the F53 alternator first, because it will have the electrical connections clocked in a better position.

The Taurus alternator will work as it comes, but the wiring is in an awkward position. It is necessary to take the case apart, and rotate it to get the electrical connections pointing in the best direction.

 

Correct me if I am wrong, but is not all Ford Truck stock swing belt tightening type Alternators 7-inch Center to Center.

 

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