M38 voltage regulator wiring

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M38 voltage regulator wiring

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The 4 prong pin has 4 wires attached to the VR. I can't find any diagram specifically from each prong, where that wire goes. I am wiring this back to 24 volts but the PO already removed all the wiring. If anybody can help would be appreciated. Oh, another question: how does the spark plug wires attach to the spark plugs? Looks like a fitting should be at the ends of the wires but mine appear to be missing. I should post some pictures to help me explain all this. Thnx!!!
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Yes, a picture is worth a thousand words. That is why I have several tech photos for you to use anytime you have a question in my photo album:
http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules. ... _album.php

Specifically to answer your first question is this one:

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And your second question let's start with a description of the correct cap. lead and plug. They are called a shielded ignition system. The braided shielding primary purpose is to reduce radio noise. A secondary benefit is water proof.

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Tese are the correct type shielded plugs

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This is the correct cap and wires.

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This is the correct attachment to the plugs.
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Thank you so much!!!! This really helps!!!
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