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3G alternator install

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TenorPlayinGuy

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Hey fellas, i tried doing a search for a similar topic but yielded no results so i turn to my fellas stangers for some help

i recently got a 160amp 3g alternator for my 87 fox ... the question is ... how do I install it.. it isnt exactly plug and play ya know... i know i need the stator plug... but will the other plug fit right in? how about running a 6ga. wire... is it not beefy enough of wire or should i use a 4ga. wire.

thanks and any input is greatly appreciated fellas...
 
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http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2001/03/paperformance/index.shtml

Don't reconnect the black/orange wires due to a fire hazard. Yes, you need every bit of that 4 guage power wire for that alternator current.
 

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sweet thanks
 

HISSIN50

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Jrichker has a nice list of some sites. if interested, check it out:

http://forums.stangnet.com/showpost.php?p=4000541&postcount=4

good luck.
 
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