high-output alternators?

[Mark R]

I've run some LARGE stereo system off of stock GTiVR6 120 (130?) Amp
alternators.  Used a gel battery to lower the resistance, and installed ALL
new high-end, heavy guage primary wiring.  I define the primary wiring as
the alternator to battery, battery to starter, and/or alternator to
starter.  Also, if the battery isn't your major load distribution point...
also to that point (fuse box, etc.)

The stock primary wiring of older VWs and Audis was very minimal.  Not a
higher-end rope-lay contrruction by any means.  Wire size isn't the only
specification.  Also, the older VWs and Audis have primary wiring where the
sheath isn't bonded to the wire, so moisture could wick up inside.  I've
replaced a lot of VW primary wiring where the corrosion wasn't detected with
an resistance test (no-load) or visually... it was 1-2" up inside the wire.

I'm not saying the alternator does't have an issue.  I just agree that
replacement of primary wiring is a smart upgrade with any older VW or Audi.

Mark Rosenkrantz