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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 04:19 PM
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Best high amp Alternator???

So I have been searching around the forums and have found 3 high amp alternators that people seem to be using. Wondered which one you guys thought was better? Thanks

1. https://www.dcpowerinc.com/fit/2002~...6-190-oem.html

2. DB Electrical - FORD F SERIES DIESEL TRUCK HIGH OUTPUT 200 AMP ALTERNATOR 02 03 8316

3. 6G Series Heavy Duty Bridge Rectifier High Output 200 Amp Alternator


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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 04:31 PM
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This is the high-output alternator that I think is the best.

215 amps.




It's the one Ford uses, but it's kinda' "spendy".

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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 05:33 PM
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Originally Posted by SpringerPop
This is the high-output alternator that I think is the best.

215 amps.




It's the one Ford uses, but it's kinda' "spendy".

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How much and where do you get it?
 
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 05:44 PM
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 06:02 PM
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Ouch 1100 bucks, that does seem like a nice unit though. I was hoping to spend more in the 200-300 range.
 
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 08:12 PM
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Wow! I want it though......................
 
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 08:22 PM
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Just curious and maybe one of you would know, I have the dual alternator setup. Is it two stock alternators putting out twice the power or two de tuned alternators?
 
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 08:42 PM
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I'm all for OEM and you get what you pay for, however if you went to your local Orielly's and requested an E350 alternator for an ambulance you can get a 210AMP remanned unit for around $250.

David, depending on how your alternators are wired, yes you would effectively double the Amperage capacity of your 12V system.

I believe OEM dual alt setups are 2 110 Amp units, running 2 separate circuits though.
 
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 08:46 PM
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i have a local guy that rebulds starters and alternators. i went to him and had him rebuild mine to 150A and got a lifetime warranty for 160 bucks......just another option for ya....
 
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by indyF-350psd
i have a local guy that rebulds starters and alternators. i went to him and had him rebuild mine to 150A and got a lifetime warranty for 160 bucks......just another option for ya....
And that right there is one of the best options! I had my starter rebuilt before I moved out of Washington, 4-5 years ago, and she is still working like a charm! Plus, you keep the money local!


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Originally Posted by indyF-350psd
i have a local guy that rebulds starters and alternators. i went to him and had him rebuild mine to 150A and got a lifetime warranty for 160 bucks......just another option for ya....
Originally Posted by WA.Ranger
And that right there is one of the best options! I had my starter rebuilt before I moved out of Washington, 4-5 years ago, and she is still working like a charm! Plus, you keep the money local!
A big times 3, had mine rebuilt, altenator that is and couldn't be happier..
 
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 01:57 AM
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im going with rebuilds as well
 
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 09:00 AM
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I noticed that mine was already rebuilt when I bought the truck and it is going out again already. I don't know a good re-builder in the Puget sound sound area. I just don't want it going out like it already is. Anyone know a good re-builder in the Puget sound?
 
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Contact "Kwikkordead". He's in North Seattle, I believe. He owns a repair shop, and most-likely has a rebuilder he works with locally.

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A little farther south and you could go to the Gentleman I went to in Rochester.
 
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