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Dennis
Solid state voltage regulator
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Le Mans Master
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Solid state voltage regulator
Ok, I am upgrading my alternator and need recommendations to upgrade the voltage regulator. I have been told the solid state is a direct replacement. 65 coupe small block VR mounted on passenger side of radiator support. Anyone have parts numbers etc? Can I get one at NAPA or other local parts store? Thanks 
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The Duralast VR715 is a direct replacement and you can get it at AutoZone for less than $20. The cover of the your original will change over and fit if you're into that correct stuff. 
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Ken, I'm not a expert on electric applications but I did install a new 140 amp alternator. It is my understanding that the voltage regulator is not needed as it is built into the alternator. Another part you don't need that I remembered was a pain in the day. Buy the way I can run all my electrical exciseries , radio, lights, air conditioning, and guess what I can still read the gauges and the head lights through out plenty of light.
Dennis
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Le Mans Master
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Ken, I'm not a expert on electric applications but I did install a new 140 amp alternator. It is my understanding that the voltage regulator is not needed as it is built into the alternator. Another part you don't need that I remembered was a pain in the day. Buy the way I can run all my electrical exercises, radio, lights, air conditioning, and guess what I can still read the gauges and the head lights through out plenty of light.
Dennis
Dennis
Some of the alternators have a built in regulator and some don't. I am staying with the old style 10dn alternator which does need a voltage regulator.
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