Q: Electrical issue

asked by on November 22, 2016

I replaced a bad alternator with a reconditioned one from store. Replaced everything that was taken loose, connected the batt. and to my surprise I had no power to the entire truck? Did I blow a fuse, if yes, where can I find it. Thanks for your help. Mike
My car has a manual transmission.

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