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Old Feb 2, 2007 | 07:53 PM
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i bought a 145 amp off ebay for my 79 vette with dual elec fans works great
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Old Feb 2, 2007 | 08:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Durango_boy
Great page Z, but it's worth a mention that you only need the resistors in line with the adapter is the car does not have a GEN light in the dash.
Yes- but as I understand, the resistors won't affect anything if you also have the idiot light - it will still work fine. I'll modify my site.

Hey - wait a minute. I already said the resistor was needed because I don't have the GEN light.

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Old Feb 3, 2007 | 07:38 AM
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On Ebay look for the alternator rebuild kits and convert your existing one, easy to do....
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Old Feb 3, 2007 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by BerniesVette
I have a CS144 that I got from a late model Caddy. I had it rebuilt and the serp pulley removed and a vee pully installed. I have never used it. I will sell it to you for my cost $100.00 plus shipping approx $15.00.
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I might be interested in this. PM Sent.
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Old Feb 3, 2007 | 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Z-man
Hey - wait a minute. I already says the resistor was needed because I don't have the GEN light.

Hmm...I missed that. I did read, but I read fast. Sorry.
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