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Posted by The Rick (Member # 327) on :
 
Well, I did my research but I'm still not sure which way to go.

http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2001/03/paperformance/index.shtml

I read that, is that the same alternator you can get at kragen?

Where do I buy the wire to go to the battery anyways?

Thanks.
Also, how much should it cost roughly?
 
Posted by The Rick (Member # 327) on :
 
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=4723&prmenbr=361

That seems like a nice option, bolts in just like stock but with 25 more amps [Confused]
 
Posted by Black94 5.0 (Member # 655) on :
 
You can buy the wire kits here....

http://www.pa-performance.com
 
Posted by Spook1964 (Member # 4432) on :
 
You should check out powermaster too they make a high quality unit. I have one of thier one wire 140 amp alt kits in my 64 merc it works great. But they make them for all kinds of applications.
I got online at thier web site and found the part# I wanted then called summit and it was in stock Just cause it isn't in thier catalog doesn't mean they don't carry it.

[ June 16, 2004, 11:25 PM: Message edited by: Spook1964 ]
 
Posted by PurpleNotch (Member # 2902) on :
 
I second the powermaster alt. 140 amp one wire setup they even give you the wire and it comes in black or chrome. from summit. [patriot]
 
Posted by The Rick (Member # 327) on :
 
With those one wire setups, did you have to modify anything?
 
Posted by PurpleNotch (Member # 2902) on :
 
not on 87-93 just install the alt. and run the onw power wire to the solenoid area on the fenderwell and your in business [patriot]
 
Posted by The Rick (Member # 327) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by PurpleNotch:
not on 87-93 just install the alt. and run the onw power wire to the solenoid area on the fenderwell and your in business [patriot]
Oh, that article talked about having to hack apart wiring harnesses and griding down a bracket (neither of which I want to do really)
 
Posted by PurpleNotch (Member # 2902) on :
 
for an 87-93?
 
Posted by mustanggt5091 (Member # 444) on :
 
Whats everyone think about the new MSD alternator available in 105,130, and 160 amp [Eek!]
in either plug in or single wire models. A bit expensive at $300+ but looks really good! Too much for me but thought id throw it out there
 
Posted by Jdub07 (Member # 2728) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by The Rick:
quote:
Originally posted by PurpleNotch:
not on 87-93 just install the alt. and run the onw power wire to the solenoid area on the fenderwell and your in business [patriot]
Oh, that article talked about having to hack apart wiring harnesses and griding down a bracket (neither of which I want to do really)
its not hard. all you need is a dremel and a soldering iron.
 
Posted by Spook1964 (Member # 4432) on :
 
The kit that I purchased from powermaster came with the wiring complete with pre wired ends and protective boot and the correct length for a mustang. the only thing that has to be done is to follow the instuction to wire it so that the dummy light functions normally it is a nice unit.
And you can do away with the voltage regulator because it is internal in the alt.
 
Posted by The Rick (Member # 327) on :
 
Do you know which kit/part number you got spooky? I always seem to order to order the wrong fuggin thing and shit always goes wrong for me with car parts...

purplenotch- yes, it says you need to cut away part of the bracket, cut open the wiring and solder crap in that article. Thts why I was surprised when you said you didn't need to
 
Posted by FasterDamnit (Member # 442) on :
 
I did it. It wasn't hard.
 
Posted by meetthedealer (Member # 4555) on :
 
i ordere a 140 amp powermaster last week wasnt hard at all 1 wire hook up cost me 185 from summit in the black finish very clean looking i have a 87 5.0
 
Posted by hard jokur (Member # 3360) on :
 
I got mine from stangparts 94-95 130A alternator. I have some good directions and links at home I will post links tonite, if you want the directions drop me a pm or email.

It's very easy to install...
 
Posted by The Rick (Member # 327) on :
 
thanks for the advice guys, i took the easy route and just ordered the jegs. Its a basic street car, just a daily driver and nothing ever goes right when I touch a car so i said why risk it...play it safe.
 




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