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Mechanic blames amplifier for alternator failing?? Help>>>>>>>>>>>
I am on my 4th alternator in my 1991 Integra.
Napa autocare service centers are replacing them, under warranty, until now. They referred me to an auto-electric shop. This shop claims that my car's wiring is fine but the amplifier in my car is responsible for destroying the Napa alternators. I have an Alpine MRD-F752 5ch (75wx4 and 250wx1) driving 4 PA DX6's and a JL Audio 12". The mechanic at the auto-elec shop claims that he tested the amp and it is drawing between 50-80 amps!! This is a 60amp rated alternator so with the lights and A/C, etc..he claims the stereo is pushing it over the edge. Wait a minute...Watts divided by volts= amps. 325w / 12v = 27amps..right? Why would that Alpine be reading so high? Why do my headlight dim with the bass note thumps even when not blasting? I think it is a Napa alternator issue...as in junk. I have to call them in the morning and let them know if I am going to remove the amplifier. Damn I'd hate to do that it sounds so sweet. WTF can I do? I am scrambling for electrical answers I know little of. Why do my friends, in little Honda Civics and other vehicles, have no problems driving 500 watts with the stock alternators? Thanks |