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Old Aug 25, 2003 | 11:05 AM
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I put a 2001 Trans Am LS1 in to my RX7. I had my harness modified by Speartech. Is my alternator going to charge? I heard that I have to take a wire and install a light bulb in line with it for the alternator to sense the resistance and charge the battery.

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Old Aug 25, 2003 | 12:59 PM
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i am not sure if it is going to charge or not, i do know that on my setup i am using an old school gm 1 wire, powermaster number 17294 100 amp, or 37293/37294 for 140 amp, and march bracket 20195
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Old Aug 25, 2003 | 01:37 PM
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Speartech would have taken care of you. But, that light bulb requirement was only for 98 engines. My 2000 doesn't need it and nor does your 2001.
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Old Aug 26, 2003 | 06:36 AM
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Really that is Sweet so my alternator should be charging?? I will check it out.

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Old Aug 26, 2003 | 06:51 AM
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Yeah, the PCM controls that wire on 99-up systems. No need to add a bulb or resistor. Just hook up the large gauge wire to the output stud and away you go!
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Thanks again for your great work John. I have sent a few people your way because of the quality work you did for me.

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