I recently picked up a 100 amp 1G alternator to swap into my '74 Bronco but, looking at my wiring diagrams, it seems that all of the alternator's output (and all of the vehicles electrical loads, as well) runs through the ammeter on it's way to the battery. I don't think the original wiring is up to the task of handling that kind of current and could cause a meltdown or even a fire if full current were needed. Studying the diagram, I can see no reason why I couldn't run a heavier wire directly from the output post to the battery parallel to the ammeter (thus bypassing it). The ammeter should still function showing vehicle electrical draw but, most likely not charging. However, I have a volt meter also. What do you think, am I flawed in my thinking? Oh, and I really want to use the externally regulated 1G because, it will be the basis for an onboard welder I'll be building. Thanks for any input----------Hans
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