Alternators
#1
Alternators
ok, so i misplaced my build sheet, but have a few questions. my stock alt is a 117a alt. however the alt fuse is a 140a fuse. however from what ive heard/read.... arent the fuses supposed to go in accordance to the alt size? 136a alt 140a fuse? so why does my truck have a 140a fuse when i only have a "tiny" alt?
i think im going to buy a 136a alt when i buy my new batteries come tax time to "help" my dual batt. setup.
if someone could clear this up for me it would be greatly appreciated.
i think im going to buy a 136a alt when i buy my new batteries come tax time to "help" my dual batt. setup.
if someone could clear this up for me it would be greatly appreciated.
#2
Not sure on your question, but if you want more charging: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...p2045653.m1253
I'd be afriad of frying something though. I thought about getting one for about 1 second flat, then decided not to burn down my truck.
I'd be afriad of frying something though. I thought about getting one for about 1 second flat, then decided not to burn down my truck.
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The alternator is rated for 117 amps (don't know duty cycle) but if current exceeds alternator for a short period, the battery reserve should carry load. The fuse should go before alt is compromised. Fuses work off current (amps) and time. I do not know what the time/current characteristics are on automotive fuses, but data should be there somewhere, probably manufacturers website.
I plan to put a 250 amp in my Ram if/when I have to change it.
I plan to put a 250 amp in my Ram if/when I have to change it.
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Either way, it's a possibility.
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