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I have a Bosch 14383 - 115 Amp alternator that I'd like to replace my alternator with. I have several complications to deal with.
1. No fan. No Pulley.
The new alt does not come with a fan or pulley. The ones from my OEM alternator will not fit. The shaft on the new Bosch unit is much too large. I'm going to take it to a local alternator rebuilder and see if they can provide me a fan and pulley. If not, I'll try to locate these online. Any tips here are appreciated.
2. Too many connections.
The new unit has 3 connections. My old unit, has only a spade and a single heavy gauge lead.
I am assuming that the spade goes to the "W+" on my new alt, and that the heavy lead with an eyelet goes to "B+" on my new alt.
What, if anything, do I need to connect the "D+" on the new unit to?
Also, If I were to want to provide a supplemental ground for the alternator, can I just go from one of the body bolts to the chassis? Can I just use heavy primary wire?