Need some electrical help with my ‘68 Plymouth Valiant 100

Dana67Dart said

Snailgarden, don't get too far ahead of yourself.

One problem at a time.

Before you swap out your alternator be sure you completely understand how they work.

This is what you have now




This is the newer style



Be sure you COMPLETELY understand the differences.

There is no reason to change any parts till you KNOW the part is bad.

Pull the existing alternator and find a parts store that can test it.

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Okay thanks for these I’m going to watch them now. So I’m trying to figure out what to address first. Right now the most concerning issues are the newly discovered intake gasket leaking coolant, the rear brakes are leaking pretty sure, and the electrical issues.

When I do address electrical, would it be wise to start with cleaning the fuse box and wire harness and if that doesn’t work then possibly get a new VR, THEN move on to the alternator of the issue persists?