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94 Cobra Alternator In A 86 Mustang

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Well question is, will it work. I know i might have to cut the bracket to make it fit, but what else will I need to make it work, if it even will.
 

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Search for "130A alternator conversion for fox mustang" or similar wording.

It's been done and addressed a million times. Common upgrade.
 

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See http://www.stangnet.com/mustang-forums/threads/3g-alternator-install-a-how-to.646825/#post-6673702

OR

http://www.mustangcentral.net/tech/alternator.html - excellent pictures of installation

Alternator wiring.





Starter solenoid wiring 86-91 model cars.

Connect the fused 4 gauge wire to the alternator and the battery side of the starter solenoid.
 
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