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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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Adding a Dual-alternator system

Can a dual-alternator set-up be installed on truck not already equipped? What is involved and will the option plug-in to a factory harness?

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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 10:21 PM
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I'd like to know this too!
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 11:26 PM
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There are some wiring differences. The single alternator voltage regulator is powered by the battery light circuit through the instrument cluster. The dual alternator systems were wired to the PCM, so that the PCM could individually shut off one alternator.

So you'd be looking at figuring out the wiring differences and changing them. And somehow updating the PCM programming to control the alternators.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 11:34 PM
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Old Nov 14, 2010 | 11:53 PM
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Wow, screw that.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2010 | 04:57 AM
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Why not just do a high output single?
Would be a lot cheaper and easier.
 
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If need be, look into a DC power alternator
 
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