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07-17-2013, 05:57 PM
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larger alternator
I am going from an 88amp alternator to 140amp...do I need a larger gauge power wire so nothing melts?
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07-17-2013, 06:16 PM
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Yes. And the length matters to. The alternator wont be putting out 140 continuous but it can peak at 140 for a short time, and things could heat up.
Probably should run a 6 gauge , and no longer than around 6 feet. You will also need to increase the main ground wire size to be safe. |
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