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CS130 Alternator - 1 Wire Conversion

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June 25, 2018, 05:50 PM
A39Coronet
CS130 Alternator - 1 Wire Conversion
Trying to use a CS130 alternator (7888-3A) w/ 4 pin plug in a one wire race application, and was wondering what combination of pin-jumping will get this unit to self excite, if possible.

Probably not the best option, but Mopar low mount alternator brackets are limited and I already had this unit. Alternative options welcome.

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June 25, 2018, 06:30 PM
57 Vette
You need to replace the internal regulator, in order for it to work properly.

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June 25, 2018, 07:31 PM
Larry Woodfin
A39, as stated above, for a true one wire conversion, the regulator must be replaced.

Another option, you can apply ignition on power to the "I" terminal [one of the four small pins, look closely, the letters are small]


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June 25, 2018, 08:10 PM
banjo
Why not run it as is? It will charge better because you can put the sense wire where you want the voltage maintained at. In my opinion the benefits are worth the extra wires, especially if you have a relocated battery in the back. I have a stock one on my car and have run it this way for years.


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June 26, 2018, 07:05 AM
Black&Blue
Here's a link to a self exciting regulator.

https://store.alternatorparts.com/d411se.aspx
June 26, 2018, 01:30 PM
aaron vail
S wire to relay board or remote solenoid sensing wire.

L wire to a switched 12v with a 194 bulb in the circuit.
June 26, 2018, 08:19 PM
markemark
quote:
Originally posted by aaron vail:
S wire to relay board or remote solenoid sensing wire.

L wire to a switched 12v with a 194 bulb in the circuit.


You could also substitute a 300 ohm 1 watt resistor for the 194 bulb.
June 26, 2018, 08:36 PM
Larry Woodfin
After some experimenting, I learned the 194 bulb while OK, is not required.

The OE regulator is of such a design that once the alternator is energized the "I" terminal by design is internally taken out of the circuit.


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June 27, 2018, 02:20 PM
RacerVX54
find a local rebuilt shop if you have one they can do it for you.


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June 27, 2018, 02:48 PM
RTsr.
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quote:
Originally posted by banjo:
Why not run it as is? It will charge better because you can put the sense wire where you want the voltage maintained at. In my opinion the benefits are worth the extra wires, especially if you have a relocated battery in the back. I have a stock one on my car and have run it this way for years.



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