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How do you bypass an external voltage regulator when installing a new alternator?
Gjvanl
Changing over from one type of generator OR alternator to another (implied by your question that the old regulator is not alternator compatible or compatible with the new(er) alternator otherwise it would be a simple remove and replace operation) be very careful.
The internal regulator alternators are pretty simple. You need 1) 12 volt feed to feed the fields the alternator will generate off of 2) a connection to feed the produced current to the battery and the 3) activation current from the key switch.
Without #3 through the switch to turn the alternator off when the car is turned off, the alternator will remain on even when the motor is not running and the current feeding the generating fields will drain the battery.
When in doubt, spend the money for a qualified mechanic.
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