In article <BBE2FEBA.5A7%ghedlin@theramp.net>, ghedlin@theramp.net (Gary
Hedlin) writes:
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>
> The 120 amp alternators are REALLY expensive, I would only buy one if you
> had a lot of stereo stuff you were powering. Otherwise, stick with the 90
> amp.
>
> Oh, I would deffinitly have the alternator checked by an auto-electric shop
> before you shell out for a new one.... They can rebuild them for a lot less
> than buying a new one.
>
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> On 11/20/03 11:19 PM, in article bpk77q$sf3$1@bent.twistedbits.net,
> "jon@dakota-truck.net" <jon@dakota-truck.net> wrote:
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> >
> > "Brett Forehand" <brett4hand@hotmail.com> wrote:
> >
> > : Well, big surprise here...my Haynes manual is a little uh, "lacking" in
this
> > : department. Any idea what alternator amp ratings came on GenII's from
the
> > : factory? The ratings at the parts stores are 75, 90, and 120. I'm not
> > : running big amplifiers, off-road lights, or anything, but want the
correct
> > : rating for my Dak. Again, it's a '94 CC 5.2 Auto with air, power
> > : windows/locks.
> >
> >
> > My '96 CC 5.2 5-speed (loaded, tow package) came with a 90
> > amp alternator, even though the window sticker said 110 - figure
> > that one out????
> >
> > Anyway, if the 120 isn't too much more money, go for it! I
> > suspect your truck may have come with a 90 stock, but the additional
> > amperage won't hurt anything.
>
You're right, the 120 amp ones are too rich for my blood. That's why I wanted
to know what came from the factory. I don't have time to get mine to a shop
for repair. Good idea, though.
Brett
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