Thanks for all the replies
buoy maker: If I measured resistance correctly, it is .01 ohms.
Gord; Yes, I connected the 2 test wires to the battery as you described.
Jerry: I plan to take the alternator to the repair shop Monday.

Question for all: Is it okay to connect the fan relay to the alternator as I have done instead of directly to the battery?

Thanks to all.....


Oldbolter
1959 Apache 3800 dually flat bed/dump with 261
1956 3800 dually flat bed/dump with 235
1957 3600 flat bed, 350 engine, 700R4, PS, disc brakes, 14 bolt rear with 4.11 gears