High Output Alternator

[Intrepid_Vanguard]

Salutations,

Thumbing through the threads on high output alternators, I didn't see anything recently covered. My alternator has seen its final days so I thought this would a good time to upgrade. I've done some web searches and I see that there are a few out there, but I'd like hear some personal feedback if possible. And is it possible to reman the OEM to a higher output as a cheaper route.

Thanks for your time.

[eternal21]

Salutations,

Thumbing through the threads on high output alternators, I didn't see anything recently covered. My alternator has seen its final days so I thought this would a good time to upgrade. I've done some web searches and I see that there are a few out there, but I'd like hear some personal feedback if possible. And is it possible to reman the OEM to a higher output as a cheaper route.

Thanks for your time.

Check my build thread....start on post #7 and read down from there.

http://vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=25477

[Intrepid_Vanguard]

Thanks for the imput. I had a look at the website earlier.

[eternal21]

Not a problem. I'm glad I went this route, and would do so again in a heartbeat.

[Leon R]

Can I ask you why you want to upgrade? Did you find your old alternator inadequate (prior to a point it started going bad)? Unless you have some unusual electrical system demands (massive sound system or LOTS of old style lighting), you really shouldn�t need to upgrade.

And this is coming from someone who modifies and races most of his cars .

[Intrepid_Vanguard]

Upgraded sound system and lights. I was also having an issue with RPM's jumping when I'd use my turn signals after 65 MPH with everything turned on. I want to see if that fixes it.

[Leon R]

I am not sure this will help you. A higher current alternator will put higher load on the engine. How is your battery?

[Intrepid_Vanguard]

Battery has been upgraded as well.

[sindarin]

160A installed here. Will review data from eBay on where I had purchased. Some friggin Californian if I recall.

[ipd]

Mechman alts. nuff said.