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> Can one lengthen the wires for six alternator?, Seems kinda tight
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post May 13 2020, 08:38 PM
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OK, truth is, I am working on the 911. Still, I wonder if you cannot lengthen the wires to the alternator so that it is easier to pull the assembly out of the shroud. It seems like my life would be easier if the wires weren’t so gosh durn tight. Any thoughts? Thanks!
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You can lengthen the wires by splicing. I don't think that's a good idea, mostly because it introduces more possible failure points, even if you do the work well.

If you pull the alternator apart, you may find a plug that you can unplug. If not, the wires are likely soldered onto some pads or tabs internally. Either way, you can remove the wires, get new longer ones (please use the correct colors!!) and install them in place of the shorter ones. You'll need new terminals for one or both ends.

Or maybe ask Jeff Bowlsby if he would build an alternator harness to your spec.

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