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Jan 3, 2021 | 10:35 AM

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FiveNine Motorsports

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I do believe they are 'on demand' type alternators. I.E. If it doesn't need to, it doesn't put it out.

Of course, I have been wrong before.......

They have a variety of different outputs available. Get one that will meet your needs, and not empty your pockets. Be sure to upgrade the feed wire from the alternator, to the battery, and also the fuse in the power distribution center.

I appreciate all the help bro, i definitely have some more options now and might have to do some experimenting. Glad to see you're still active after all these years helpin everyone out

Jan 3, 2021 | 10:39 AM

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I appreciate all the help bro, i definitely have some more options now and might have to do some experimenting. Glad to see you're still active after all these years helpin everyone out

I really need to get a life.

I missed the last sale at Meijers. I tried mail order, but, that just didn't work out very well.

Strangely enough, I actually consider participating here, "Fun". Make me use my brain once in a while. God knows it needs the exercise.

Jan 3, 2021 | 01:06 PM

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I find a bunch of 'em on Amazon..... Have a look at this one.

Nice research! I had a feeling that high output alternators that fit into the stock configuration were available for 2nd gen trucks.

Jan 4, 2021 | 06:50 AM

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and also the fuse in the power distribution center.

There is a limit that you can go to (i believe 150) Anything over that you need to use a different fuse holder. The stock type fuse only will go up to that amount.

Jan 4, 2021 | 10:44 AM

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There is a limit that you can go to (i believe 150) Anything over that you need to use a different fuse holder. The stock type fuse only will go up to that amount.

If the Little fuse fits her can buy a 250 amp one there

Jan 4, 2021 | 11:03 AM

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If the Little fuse fits her can buy a 250 amp one there

Is that a possible fire hazard without upgrading the wiring/connector?

Jan 4, 2021 | 11:11 AM

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Definitely need to upgrade the wire from the alt, to the PDC.

Jan 4, 2021 | 05:19 PM

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Is that a possible fire hazard without upgrading the wiring/connector?

The wiring yes

Jan 4, 2021 | 06:25 PM

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I forget what amp fuse it was but it tops out at certain amperage and you need to get a different fuse holder/fuse and probably cable also if you plan on going more than that.

Jan 4, 2021 | 10:00 PM

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I forget what amp fuse it was but it tops out at certain amperage and you need to get a different fuse holder/fuse and probably cable also if you plan on going more than that.

I was talking about putting a fuse between the two power wires