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Ti Kan
ti at amb.org
Fri Jan 20 13:21:39 EST 2006
Nathan Ray writes:
> all of this ultrinator stuff has reminded me of a project I wanted to ask
> the list about. On my 4kq I run hella 4000's w/ 130 watt bulbs and I am
> thinking of also getting the euro headlights instead of the stock pos ones.
> Problem is I think that all that wattage will fry my alternator and/or
> battery. So, would it be possible to put a second alternator where my AC
> compressor was, and would it be possible to make a system where it could be
> switched on and off? Or should I just get an alternator with high amperage?
A 90A alternator puts out over 1000W of charge so a couple of
high-wattage headlight bulbs aren't going to tax it. Running euro
lights with 55W bulbs will give you more usable light than DOT
lamps with 130W bulbs. Use a relayed harness if you don't already
have one, or your headlight switch and stock wiring will fry.
-Ti
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