Andrew, that would be the better way, maybe? But, I have the 99 magnum engine and it's water pump, and alternator bracket with the single serpentine system. Therefore, I used the 99 alternator that fits that bracket system. That is an internally controlled alternator. Now the question is whether it needs the cpu or can get by with just the wiring, going to it with the electronic box that mounts on the top of the alternator. Maybe that is all that I need to make it work.