It depends on the year of production, and which design of regulator is being used. Almost all late-design regulators are self-exciting, and really don't need the extra connection. I've been retrofitting farm tractors with the Delco SI for several years, and I always get the latest-model regulator and a new set of brushes from my rebuilder friend whenever I install one. They last about 3 days past forever on a farm tractor application.
Jerry