what alternator is right
what alternator is right
Hey i have an 86 tpi 305 camaro, i need to get a new alternator, all the sites show many different amp models. anyone know what is the right one for me ? thanks Nate
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Car: 86 Camaro Z28/ 87 Camaro IROC Z28
Engine: 5.0L TPI LB9 / 5.0 TPI LB9 w/cam
Transmission: Built 700R4 with Transgo shift kit
Axle/Gears: 3.27 9 bolt Posi/ 2.73 10 bolt Posi
Re: what alternator is right
I also have an 86 TPI and the alternator that came with it was a 108 amp alternator.
Optional:
If you have time (meaning you can have the car down for awhile and can afford an upgrade) look at converting to a 140 amp CS144 alternator off of a 96 caprice. You would need a wiring connector harness to convert from the 17SI style alternator to the new CS144 style. (alternatorparts.com) Also you would have to get a bigger wire from the back of the alternator to the battery.
I traded my 17SI under warranty from Autozone for the CS144 style and have not had it go out on me yet. I broke about 10 of those 108 amp alternators under warranty.
Optional:
If you have time (meaning you can have the car down for awhile and can afford an upgrade) look at converting to a 140 amp CS144 alternator off of a 96 caprice. You would need a wiring connector harness to convert from the 17SI style alternator to the new CS144 style. (alternatorparts.com) Also you would have to get a bigger wire from the back of the alternator to the battery.
I traded my 17SI under warranty from Autozone for the CS144 style and have not had it go out on me yet. I broke about 10 of those 108 amp alternators under warranty.
Last edited by Lucid; Jun 19, 2008 at 07:27 PM. Reason: Food for thought
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