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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 06:52 PM
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If I change my 37amp to a larger amp will I have any problems with the voltage regulator. It is on my 64 Thanks
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 09:09 PM
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No! :thumbs:
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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 09:46 PM
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I took my 66 and 68 alts to a alt shop and had them upgraded to 100 amp units, no problems yet.

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Old Nov 18, 2003 | 11:02 PM
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I went from an old 3 wire to a new chrome 80 amp one wire from Parr Automotive with no problems (only cost $80).
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