Do I need this shunt? I was told the alternator will only put out what the battery requires to charge and what is required to run the accessories. If I'm not running a bunch of accessories am I in jeopardy of pegging or ultimately damaging the Ammeter? [/quote]


Yes!


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1949 GMC 250 project in waiting
1960 C60 pasture art
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