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    High Amp Alternator Charging System Question

    Hi everyone, I am installing a high amp alternator on my Duster and have a question about the wires to the starter relay / starter. (the "red" ones) I am installing a high amp alternator and as such, I am running a heavy #2 gauged cable from the alternator to an appropriately sized fuse then...
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    High Amp Alternator and Accessories Questions

    This is really helpful, thank you. The vehicle you mentioned with a distribution lug. Do you have any photos you could share of your set up? Or even a schematic if you have one?
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    High Amp Alternator and Accessories Questions

    Hello, Sorry for the long read, but I am hoping to get some insight to help me out with the major electrical revision I am making to my Duster. I purchased a high amp Power Master alternator to feed the electrical needs of my car. The “Proof of Performance” slip that it came with, states it...
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    Risks of Running High Amp Alternator?

    Thank you - This is very helpful information. What size fuse are you using for your alternator? Also what about your fusible link?
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    Small Block, Meziere Pump, and Electric Fans-Radiator Fan Combo

    I hope this helps. Here is a photo of the old set up I had on my Duster about 15 years ago. If I remember correctly, it was a factory size small block rad. Though I do not remember the size of the fans. They did fit, but it was very tight. It is quite different now. However it still has the...
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    MAD Bypass Alteration - Risk?

    Thank you for the info! In terms of the wire going into the interior, it is a larger gauge, so I think it should be plenty..? Really taking a less is more approach.. if that makes sense.
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    MAD Bypass Alteration - Risk?

    Concerns on this wiring? I am installing a higher amp alternator to handle the accessories on my car: Dual cooling fans, electric water pump, MSD, Fitech, Snow Water meth injection etc. My ammeter is already removed and a voltmeter added in its place. Thoughts on this modification. Based off...
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    Electrical Upgrade - Items to consider

    Yup, that is exactly what I am trying to do. What would you recommend?
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    Electrical Upgrade - Items to consider

    Currently it is a square back, 110amp, it just isn't cutting it. I can't run the car for extended periods without discharging the batteries, driving it at night it completely out of the question too.
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    Electrical Upgrade - Items to consider

    Lots of goodies on top of everything stock: - dual electric fuel pumps - high flow electric water pump / with controller - dual electric cooling fans - Fitech EFI - MSD ignition - snow water-meth injection system - Stereo with sub/amp... that i may or may not keep
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    Electrical Upgrade - Items to consider

    Hope everyone is doing great. I am doing a few electrical upgrades on my car and wanted to get some suggestions... and of course do it right the first time. What is new: - 215 amp Powermaster alternator with internal regulator (8-58539) - Upgraded charge wire coming off the alternator (2 AWG)...
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    Another "Is Fuel Injection a Worthwhile Upgrade?" Question

    I have the Fitech Dual Power Adders on my Duster with a 6-71 blower, some of the best money I have spent on it. Runs amazing and easy to tune. People critique Fitech, but I think most of the problems people seem to have are user related. I followed the instructions to the letter, and got some...
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    Small Block Alternator Recommendations (160 amps)

    Hi everyone, Hoping to get some recommendations on a good alternator for my 340 set up. I have quite the assortment of electrical components and as such need a strong alternator to boot. I have done the calculations on what I have and determined a 160 amp alternator would be sufficient, with a...
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    Risks of Running High Amp Alternator?

    What would you recommend on top of the MAD bypass?
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    Risks of Running High Amp Alternator?

    Again, really appreciate the information posted here. I have been looking into this further and found some pretty decent Powermaster alternators that may meet my cars needs. I am seeing that most of the higher amperage ones are internally regulated, and from what I understand are the single...
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    Risks of Running High Amp Alternator?

    Thanks everyone for the input. Sorry I should have mentioned this in my original post, I have already eliminated the Amp Meter and replaced it with an autometer voltage gauge. I have also bypassed the bulkhead connector completely. Would this just be a matter of upgrading this to accommodate...
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    Risks of Running High Amp Alternator?

    Hi there, I hope everyone is doing great and keeping safe in these odd times. Question about upgrading your alternator to one with a higher output. I am aware that when upgrading to an alternator with a higher output, you are required to upgrade the main wire coming off the alternator through...
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    Is there a way to reseal a leaking intake manifold?

    Dumb question but i will still ask.. It seems that I have an oil leak coming from the back of my intake manifold by the distributor. (340 engine) My car has a 671 Roots supercharger which really creates a tight spot in the back there. I am wondering if anybody know of a way to potentially seal...
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    SBP to LBP conversion

    Yes that is correct. Sbp axels have a 4" bolt pattern and the lbp are 4.5" bolt pattern. Unless you bought some kind of adapter, you will likely need to swap the rear axels too
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    2 speed wiper motor - only 1 speed

    Thank you that is extremely helpful. Much appreciated
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    2 speed wiper motor - only 1 speed

    Thank you for the info.. Are you aware of a way to bench test a wiper motor?
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    2 speed wiper motor - only 1 speed

    Hi everyone hoping to bounce a few ideas off anyone reading this. I have been helping my brother get his 71 Duster sorted out so he can get it saftied amd get it on the road. We have been trying to figure out the deal with the wipers. It is a 2 speed motor, and he has the proper 2 speed...
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    Blown Head Gaskets?

    Thank you for replying. I am not sure about the head gaskets. My dad helped me build the engine and he passed away a few years ago. I do recall we got them specifically for high performance / boosted applications though. They are not stock gaskets. It would be about 6-8lbs of boost, pretty...
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    Blown Head Gaskets?

    Not good news in the workshop tonight. Hoping to get some ideas of what might be happening. So after chasing electrical gremlins all winter and finally sorting out my electrical issues I was able to drive my car around the neighborhood after 3 years. Drove quite good considering! This past...
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    My son's first car...

    Some of the best times of my life were spent working on my Duster with my old man. I wish you lads the same.
  26. jrcr_15

    EFI fuel pump, Stock tank.

    Aside from that works great, the pump is nice and quiet and performs well so far. I would just be careful when putting it in place as you do not want to ground the pumps electrical terminals on the body. (If the terminals are on the top of the pump)
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    EFI fuel pump, Stock tank.

    I installed an in tank pump in my stock fuel tank on my fitech build. I was tempted to go with their Fuel Command Center system at the time, but didn't want more clutter in my car so I landed on the in tank. I used a hole saw (after cleaning it thoroughly for safety reasons) to cut the top for...
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    Push Button Start

    After hunting down some electrical gremlins I finally had my car running again after almost a year and a half. Buying my first home and doing some upgrades in my garage slowed me down quite a bit! But nevertheless the Duster is back on track. Long story short my electrical/gremlin hunt involved...
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    Tire expansion under throttle?

    It appears so! I will put the rears on this weekend if I have time and do a few measurements
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