I bought an American Autowire "Classic Update" wiring harness. Aside from having to rent their special crimping tools, the kit is very well organized and well made. The New foot dimmer switch does not fit a 47-53, as it is the type that bolts to a bracket on the inside of the toe pan instead of the outside, so I'll have to modify it to fit if I want to keep it. (BTW, the kit is about $50 cheaper to get it through Summit, which also includes free delivery)
American Auto wire tech support is closed today, so I thought I'd ask you guys these 2 questions to see if anyone knows-
1) I have a "CS" alternator, and the harness kit is designed for an "SI" alternator. I am hoping that the only difference in wiring these two types is that the connector is different on the CS type since both types are internally regulated. I know that the CS requires a resistor in line to run it. Does the SI also require a resistor? Wondering if the needed resistor is already in the line.
2) The wiring diagram provided only shows wiring for a Voltmeter, not an Ammeter. I understand that I cannot simply attache the wires for a voltmeter to my stock ammeter and expect it to work. But I do want to have a working ammeter- is there a way to wire my ammeter so that it will work? Still learning about electricity and how an ammeter works. What I want to know is, can I wire a parallel circuit for the ammeter, or must everything in the car go through the ammeter for it to work properly? I am assuming the latter is true.
Any help appreciated. Thank you.
Last edited by Norcal Dave; 07/22/2017 2:35 PM.
