Alternator Question
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Alternator Question
Im going to need to replace my alternator, I think it's 100 amps but I'm not sure. If I install a 140 amp alternator do I risk damaging the engine or electrical components?
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In electronics class we were taught that Amperage is potential energy. By installing a larger one your only giving yourself more potential. The car should only pull however much power it needs.
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you are right about that
also when you upgrade to larger amps, the cable should also be upgraded too
i put a 170 in her car
rock solid at idle with everything on and running.
i seriously recommend the CS140, higher output at idle over a cs130
also when you upgrade to larger amps, the cable should also be upgraded too
i put a 170 in her car
rock solid at idle with everything on and running.
i seriously recommend the CS140, higher output at idle over a cs130
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Re: Alternator Question
Originally posted by Tripper511
Im going to need to replace my alternator, I think it's 100 amps but I'm not sure. If I install a 140 amp alternator do I risk damaging the engine or electrical components?
Im going to need to replace my alternator, I think it's 100 amps but I'm not sure. If I install a 140 amp alternator do I risk damaging the engine or electrical components?
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