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Old Aug 19, 2006 | 11:02 PM
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Just installed an Optima Red Top and a 200 amp alternator. Figured I post some pics of the alternator since there doesn't seem to be many pics posted.
No more dropping of the volt meter since the alternator upgrade. One thing I did notice is the new alternator has one less mounting boss. The bolt that holds from the back is not used. Also, the plastic air duct looking piece on the stock one won't fit due to the larger electronics. The stock alternator looks puny in comparison.
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Looks good to me. I might be getting a new one soon....then relocating it for some apparent reason.
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yes I would like to know where you bought it as well.
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o hell why not my alt took a crap 2 days ago shoot me a pm too please
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o hell why not my alt took a crap 2 days ago shoot me a pm too please
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how much did you pay?
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$280 plus shipping. It comes with a 2 year warranty which is better than most aftermarket HO alternators.

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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 06:17 PM
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what output is our alternators stock?
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105 amps on a good day.

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Is this the kind that is 100 amps at idle then rev it up a little above idle then 200amps ? pm need here 2 thanks champ
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I was looking for a 200 amp alternator from a reputable company and could not find one. I ended up with a Powermaster 150 amp alternator. Works like a champ.
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my main issue has been idle. im running an ud pulley on my cammed ss and it drops down into the 11's with the headlights on and an optima red top.
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PM me also on the thing, as I'm running a little PC680 battery, and this might be a good idea.

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That's right. Each alternator comes with a birth sheet or dyno record. My alternator data says it puts out 137 amps at an engine rpm of 833 and 175 amps at 1000 rpm. It has a peak output of 245 amps at 2888 rpm. PM's sent to those that requested it.


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