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| Author: | crickhollow [ Sat Aug 08, 2015 4:22 am ] |
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I will be using a 60 amp alternator in my 62 Signet. Is there anything I need to consider before I use it? Thanks. |
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| Author: | xjarhead [ Sat Aug 08, 2015 6:50 am ] |
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Make sure the wiring is upgraded to handle the extra current. Dave |
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| Author: | SlantSixDan [ Sat Aug 08, 2015 12:52 pm ] |
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Yes, there's a fair amount you need to consider and do. See here. Also, make sure you are using a good alternator, not a "remanufactured" unit, unless you want problems. |
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| Author: | crickhollow [ Mon Aug 10, 2015 2:58 am ] |
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I also recived this advice from another source - "Won't have any effect on the car - all it does is increase available capacity and stop rev flare when on High beam . . . Because they are load sensitive - they only supply what's drawn". |
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| Author: | NEVjr [ Mon Aug 10, 2015 6:16 am ] |
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Quote: I also recived this advice from another source - "Won't have any effect on the car - all it does is increase available capacity and stop rev flare when on High beam . . . Because they are load sensitive - they only supply what's drawn".
this is true until you start adding electric fans and stereo, and electric fuel pump, and electronic ignition, etc
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| Author: | Charrlie_S [ Mon Aug 10, 2015 11:23 am ] |
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Quote: I also recived this advice from another source - "Won't have any effect on the car - all it does is increase available capacity and stop rev flare when on High beam . . . Because they are load sensitive - they only supply what's drawn".
A 30 amp alt will supply 30 amps max, whether the load is moderate or large. If your battery is very low (just barely able to start the engine) the alternator will still only charge at 30 amps, minus the electrical loads (ign, lights radio, etc). If you up grade to a 60 amp alt, it will now charge at 60 amp, minus the loads. This will be on wireing that was designed for 30 amps.
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| Author: | xjarhead [ Mon Aug 10, 2015 11:45 am ] |
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Quote: I also recived this advice from another source - "Won't have any effect on the car - all it does is increase available capacity and stop rev flare when on High beam . . . Because they are load sensitive - they only supply what's drawn".
This person is only partly right.If you put a 60 amp load on that electrical system in your car your in for a fire. The wiring in your car was not designed to handle that type of load. Follow the instructions in the links that Dan sent you and you will be fine. Dave |
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| Author: | SlantSixDan [ Mon Aug 10, 2015 1:00 pm ] |
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Quote: I also recived this advice from another source - "Won't have any effect on the car Ignorant advice like this is best ignored with a smile and a nod at most. |
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