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Captain Howdy
 
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Default Mechanic blames amplifier for alternator failing?? Help>>>>>>>>>>>

So true

In article , (Scott
Gardner) wrote:
I would only correct one thing. David said the poster needs a larger
alternator "and/or" a stiffening capacitor. There's no "or" about it
- he needs a larger alternator. Whether or not he needs a stiffening
capacitor as well depends on how much larger of an alternator he gets.

Scott Gardner

On Wed, 03 Dec 2003 18:19:55 GMT,
(Captain Howdy) wrote:

I couldn't agree more.


In article , "David"
wrote:
The mechanic is right!

The alternator has to provide enough amperage to power your car's entire
electrical system, charge the battery, then feed your amp. Most replacement
alternators only provide sufficient power to support the vehicle's OEM
needs, with little left for a slammin' system...

You need a larger (amperage-wise) alternator and/or a 1F (or larger!)
stiffening capacitor...

David
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