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Old 01-09-2012, 02:38 PM   #15 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Ladogaboy View Post
Theoretically, if one of their amps weighs the same and offers the same internal resistance/load on the engine as my stock alternator, but produces 260 amps in the process, it should half the time the alternator is actually engaged. Right? If so, there might be some benefit, but I don't know if that is enough to justify replacing a currently operating stock alternator...
Alternators are on constantly. A more efficient alternator would reduce the load on your engine. The ability to output 260 amps just means you can add additional electrical devices to your car.
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