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Old 07-13-2017, 01:48 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Lightbulb Reducing alternator drag- Would this work?

I was thinking of ways to drive my 2005 Civic without an alternator. Then I came up with the idea of installing a switch inside the car to shut the alternator off when not using accessories or when accelerating, and turn the alternator back on when coasting in gear, when slowing down, when using accessories or if voltage gets way low, like on a long road trip. Would that work? I have an Optima Yellow Top deep cycle battery with a 3 year warranty, so I am not worried about damage to the battery. I also have a new alternator, and I have a grounding kit and I upgraded the alternator positive wire. I have an idea for an automatic version of this that I will explain if this is a valid concept. Thanks, I am looking forward to reading your responses to this.

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