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.