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Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

03-06-2018, 21:30

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Replacing very old alternator

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Posted By lateral

Re: Replacing very old alternator

Doubt whether a start battery would get discharged enough to draw much current from the alternator.
Having a 100A capable alt would be a good backup for the Balmar though, suitably regulated &...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

03-06-2018, 16:52

Replies: 19

Replacing very old alternator

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Posted By lateral

Re: Replacing very old alternator

Not true for all internal regulators, the Auto ones downrate via thermistor so they don't heat up. But then the point of a high output alternator is lost.
I will concede that some Delco clone ones...

Forum: Electrical: Batteries, Generators & Solar

04-05-2018, 22:11

Replies: 19

Replacing very old alternator

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Posted By lateral

Re: Replacing very old alternator

Either the red or orange marked diode trio. One will go to VR one to lamp.
Not convinced its externally regulated but if it is, that is where they would go.
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