Using 3 Wire Alternator Wiring Diagram Ammeter
Once you have connected it to the ammeter you will then connect it to the alternator terminal.
Using 3 wire alternator wiring diagram ammeter. 2 wire minimum with an insulation temperature rating of 220 f 105 c minimum from the battery. The alternator charge wire routes direct to the battery and not through any switch connection the alternator will not operate correctly if not connected direct to battery or directly through the ammeter. However the alternator conversion is causing the ammeter to give a significant apparent discharge. The wiring that comes with our kits should be used as it is sized to handle the amperage.
How to wire ammeter and volt meter amp meter diy. Of the alternator to the left terminal on the ammeter see wiring diagram. It gave 13 8 volts so all well. Pic attached of the ammeter with engine running and lights on.
64 72 charging system wire up using gm 3 wire internally regulated alternator. Alternator demo wiring connection to battery. Does anyone have details of wiring which correct the ammeter reading to include alternator input. With your positive battery terminal now connected to the ammeter you are ready to connect the next wire.
Ammeter terminal block 4 key switch starter button chas s grd strap single wire alternator 1952. Take your other piece of red 14 gauge wire and connect it to the other terminal of the ammeter. Connect an 8 awg 10 0 mm.