'68 Barracuda - charging system questions

no. Had these cars in the 60's and that is pretty much how the crappy ammeter worked. And current should be flowing to the battery when it has a load on it - ..think about it- that is exactly why you have a charging system. appreciate the tips. fwiw, I never said I wanted to hook the ammeter wires together under the dash for same reasons he is thinking I am sure. I'd like to maybe join them inside the engine bay where accessible.. Anyway you guys gave a lot of good info and will keep me busy for a while - if I have a eureka moment I will share - thanks again.