66 dart, had been running a 1963 (dated) alternator, single field. Decided to swap in a new 55amp alternator (still single field) to help even out the power supply as I suspected the 1963 unit may not be as stable. Lights are now more stable.
Wiring is original, so I am trying to determine a better way to wire the alternator to avoid problem with the bigger alternator. I read an article that says I can run 2 new wires, in tandem, from alt BATT out to the positive on my Battery. Then place 2 fuses on each of the new wires, nearest the connection. So a total of 2 new wires, each with 2 new fuses on them.
The suggested gauge is 10g, with 50a fuses. The only type of replaceable fuses that go that high are the MAXi. I have found inline MAXi fuse holders, using 8g, can not find 10g inline holders that handle 50a fuse. Doesn't exist.
FYI: my ammeter is cut and tied together under the dash.
So I like the idea of the shunt using 2 separate cable runs (extra safe), however unable to find in the 10g format. So is there any harm in bumping the wires up to the 8g? Or do you think this is overkill?
