I have an engine in the project I purchased that I would like to test run before I go too much further with getting the whole truck together. It looks as though the engine is in good shape, but it seems like it would be a good idea to make sure. Before I turn it over at all, I will be soaking the cylinders with oil/atf.
BUT...at this point I am trying to make sure I understand what the minimum wiring layout will be. (The last time I did this was in the 1960s and I have NEVER worked with an alternator!) The truck came into my possession with a 12V alternator and a 12V starter...and no usable wiring to speak of. I will be using the foot switch to engage the starter. What can I use as an ignition switch? (The Electrolock is currently in pieces.) I assumed that I would be able to find a drawing on this site or on the VCCA site, but so far I have been unable. What gauge wires will I need? The coil I have says it is for 12V and that an external resistor must be used.
I am attaching a couple photos of the alternator.
Thanks!
Nick 1940 KC Model 1/2 Ton Pickup Project (with '37-'39 Bed and what we think is a '42-'46 Frame) Taos, New Mexico