Whether he calls it the "voltage generator" or regulator doesn't matter as much as the fact he doesn't know what it does and he thought he could replace it with a fuse box. Anyone who knows that little about automotive electric systems has no business tackling a rewiring job until he better educates himself.

I'm not trying to cut you down, BMX, or discourage you. I'm just stating facts. There's plenty of material available free on the internet for you to educate yourself on this. Go for it. Good luck.

One place to start is Jolly's excellent website. basic wiring tips


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