Where does (can) electric Choke Connect?

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    I replaced the stock Carter YF carburetor with a Weber. The Weber has a an electric choke, the Carter had a "choke stove".
    I seem to recall that I saw somewhere that the electric chokes on some Fords connected to one of the wires on the alternator.

    I do have the ability to run a wire across the engine compartment to the relays that I wired in for the electronic ignition & electric fuel pump, but I was hoping to keep the wiring simple and neat.

    Any information? Thanks!
     
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    STA connector on the alternator.
     
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    Thank-you very much! :clap:
     
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    Does that provide voltage only when the engine is running?
     
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    yes, and it's also variable in voltage depending on engine rpm. so the choke opens slower in the city and quicker on the highway...
     

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