mmcdaniel69,

I have enclosed a link to a previous thread on this subject because it has a clear diagram of the wiring.

Most folks refer to your setup as a three wire alternator as opposed to the single wire unit.

There are actually two, three wire alternators. One still needs an external regulator while the other has a internal regulator. The more modern internal style are referred to as a SI alternator...a rough translation would be 'system internal' meaning internal regulator.

If you look at the diagram in the link, you will see that basically, your main "BATT" output needs to get into the system, or to the battery somehow. In your case, this might be through the ammeter.

The wire on the DA plug marked #2 needs to be attached somewhere in the system to monitor voltage and regulate the on/off of the alternator.

Wire #1 need to be connected to a switched source of voltage that is ON when the rig is running. This voltage excites the alternator and turns it on so it will charge.

Look at the diagram, come back if you have questions. Good luck.

Make sure your alternator is not a external style. The DA plug configuration is the key to the type.

http://www.stovebolt.com/bboard/cgi-bin//ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=3;t=002229#000009


Stuart