What to do with the old voltage regulator during alternator swap?

[59meteor]

As my 59 build gets further along, I am ready to convert the original generator to an alternator. Trying to keep my Ford "All Ford" , I will be using a 130 amp Ford 3G alternator, and using factory alternator brackets on my 428 FE. I have both the high and low position brackets, I will mock up both to see what works and looks the best. The basic wiring changes seem fairly straight forward, but I am wondering if any of the old generator wiring and voltage regulator needs to be retained, or connected to anything, or can I just remove the regulator all together? I do want to retain the "gen" warning light function, as well as add a voltage gauge. Just wondering if any of the wiring going to the regulator is needed for any other functions. Thanks.

[gasman826]

The 3G harness will connect to the OEM GEN light.  I had already removed the regulator and connected the wires for the light and feed for the dash.  I also connected a 2 ga. wire from the 3G output to the 12v side of the starter relay.  When you are digging through your collection of 428 brackets and pulleys, if you find a 2 groove alternator setup, you might want to consider it.  130 amps is a lot for one belt.

[59meteor]

Thanks, do you recall what the wire colors were for the wires that you connected that used to go to the regulator? As for the pullies, yes I already have both single and dual belt setups, just need to see how much room I have some the 2nd belt, once I install the radiator and fan.

[gasman826]

At the regulator, the two large wires (Yellow/black from the generator and the Yellow to the headlight switch) are hooked together to supply the headlight power distribution.  I don't remember the other wires.  I'll look at it when I get the car out of storage.