Come along as I walk through how I converted Lula, a 1952 Chevy Styleline, from a 12 volt externally-regulated alternator to an internally-regulated one. #wtr #whattherust
Excellent video Richard :) also all information give on video is correct and done lots Alternator and Starter wired up before also some be challenging to do!
I've actually seen SI alts with the same shaped connector as the non Si units, only facing upward like you'd expect, instead of out the backside. 3 terminals on an SI, stamped "BAT" "1" AND "2." BAT is the big one with a nut on the back. Goes to battery hot, preferably away from the battery terminal, due to corrosion issues. at a minimum, coat connections with vaseline AFTER tightening. "1" goes to the "idiot " light in the dash (optional, just keeps you informed). "2" goes *ideally* to ignition hot, but yeah, you can just connect it to the BAT terminal. Thing is, the alt will be energized constantly, even with the key in the off position. If you let your car sit for several days, it *can* flatten a bad or marginal battery. Ignition hot is preferable, but "you do you."
Thank you! I have a 68 Cadillac with an alternator I could not identify as "internal" or "external" regulator. The wiring didn't help either as it is not at all correct.
