3G conversion alternator

[mercurycapri]

Just wondering if there is a web site or forum thats could explain how to convert to a 3G alternator. I have a 84 capri that Im wanting to do this conversion on. Thanks for any inputs

 

[Roland69]

http://www.mustangcentral.net/tech/alternator.html

http://www.geocities.com/smithmonte/

 

[jrichker]

The 85 and older Mustangs and Capri's had an externally regulated alternator, so the wiring is different from the 86 and later cars. Herer's the fix:

I recommend that you use a 125-150 amp fuse and 4 gauge wire for the power lead. It is a better match. You won't be able to use the Ammeter if present because it isn't rated for the full current capacity of the alternator.

See WWW.partsexpress.com for the fuse & fuse holder.
Fuse @ $3.90 each (need one) http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=071-952

Fuseholder @ $5.80 each (need one) http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=263-630

4 gauge black wire @ $1.25 a foot (use string to lay out routing & determine length) http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=100-196

4 gauge red wire @ $1.25 a foot (use string to lay out routing & determine length) http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=100-194

4 gauge ring crimp terminals (package of 5) $3.25. http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=095-584

3/4 “ Black heat shrink tubing, 4ft length, $3.56
http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&Partnumber=082-058

3/4 “ Red heat shrink tubing, 4ft length, $3.56
http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&Partnumber=082-064

Pre-fab 4 gauge cables with lugs already on the ends are available in most auto parts stores. Look for the starter switch to starter cables.

 

[32785stang]

I have asn 85 and i bouht i conversion kit from pa performance. the kit was $30 and was so easy to install

 

[32785stang]

I have an 85 and i bought the kit from pa performance. the kit was $30 and it was easy to install