How to wire 280zx turbo alternator in 240z

[@DennyJiosa]

Hi Justin, thank you for your post on KZbin. We're working on my 73 to 240 Z and converting the alternator to the 280, and you mentioned a diode. Can you please tell us where to get that diode, and what kind? And any other pertinent information? Thank you so much.

[@TheGamersRace]

I have a 1980 Datsun 510 5 door wagon. I have an internal and external regulator, or so it seems. There isn't much information on this car so I can't verify that, but it would seem as thats the case. I already have a dash light bulb, I assume this means I can just bridge those wires?

[@rajonrondo78]

What size diode do I get?

[@dougjensen6070]

Please, what are the specs on that diode if you know them? Also, in a previous comment you said that the bulb is absolutely necessary. Is it really? I have a little premade device which is a connector which is a male spade side with the jumper wire and diode wire only within. No light. However, now, when I rev the engine the dash ammeter fluctuates with engine speed with max amps going way up at peak. I wanted to try wiring it like you did with the wire to see if it makes a difference. What say you? Thanks.

[@subtledriver]

all i know is i had the diode plug from MSA, and it shorted and melted. An electrical engineer made this for me and no problems for years.

[@cesarvldz29]

Would I be able to use this if I want a gm style alternator

[@qatar8376]

is it ok if wiring without that bulb

[@subtledriver]

Bulb is absolutely necessary!

[@qatar8376]

@@subtledriver thanks idid that in gmc 1976 altenator work now

[@shanemack06]

@@subtledriver hey man thanks for vid! Where exactly did you mount the 70A fuse?

[@subtledriver]

@@shanemack06 there is usually a melted connector where this wire leads to inside the passenger footwell area. i chop that out and install the beefy fuse there.

[@yamb123459]

Will it work as well if trying to put a 300zx alternator? If so, what diode are you using for the charge signal light?

[@subtledriver]

if they look the same, maybe... lol this is for 280zx turbo alt

[@jonathanseichi3471]

Is it normal that the zx alternator makes kinda a clicking like chatter sound?

[@subtledriver]

no

[@loudmikemedia]

Not my fault