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eco_generator · 12-13-2010, 02:33 AM

One problem with that scenario is that as soon as the clutch engages then the voltage will jump up to the 13-14V the alternator puts out and then it will just shut back off again. So it will constantly engage and disengage.

12-13-2010, 02:33 AM	#365 (permalink)
eco_generator AeroGuy Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 224 Outback 14 - '14 Subaru Outback Limited 90 day: 23.1 mpg (US) Thanks: 73 Thanked 32 Times in 28 Posts	One problem with that scenario is that as soon as the clutch engages then the voltage will jump up to the 13-14V the alternator puts out and then it will just shut back off again. So it will constantly engage and disengage.