Dual alternator setup?
So does anyone know if it's possible to run a dual alternator setup on the 4.0 with the AC unit still in place? If so any suggestions on where and how to place it.
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Why do you want two? Just more amperage?
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Originally Posted by 4.3L XJ
(Post 3496109)
Why do you want two? Just more amperage?
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The grand cherokee alternator puts out 160 amps. You will need to grind your bracket a little to make it work. Also there are 250 amp aftermarket alternators that will fit with a little grinding.
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Run LED's and you won't need to worry about having an insane amount of amperage output from your alternator. Also pays to have a top quality battery as well.
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Originally Posted by 4.3L XJ
(Post 3496161)
The grand cherokee alternator puts out 160 amps. You will need to grind your bracket a little to make it work. Also there are 250 amp aftermarket alternators that will fit with a little grinding.
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Originally Posted by Jeepin'_Aint_EZ
(Post 3496162)
Run LED's and you won't need to worry about having an insane amount of amperage output from your alternator. Also pays to have a top quality battery as well.
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Have you calculated the amperage draw you'll need? I honestly doubt you need more than what the stock alternator produces.
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Originally Posted by Jeepin'_Aint_EZ
(Post 3496184)
Have you calculated the amperage draw you'll need? I honestly doubt you need more than what the stock alternator produces.
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Well, there are a few ways to attack this. If you have grand cherokee alternators at your disposal and it will cost you nothing, there's some extra output for ya. Are these auxiliary lights LED or halogen?
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Originally Posted by Jeepin'_Aint_EZ
(Post 3496202)
Well, there are a few ways to attack this. If you have grand cherokee alternators at your disposal and it will cost you nothing, there's some extra output for ya. Are these auxiliary lights LED or halogen?
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Here is the way to figure out what you will need
Volts X Amps = Watts So, Amps = Watts/Volts. Figure about 60 amps to run the average Jeep. Then add headlights etc and you get close to 100 amps. With that being a high figure, figure what you will need. To all you nay sayers that will say that is high, it is. But we are talking what will be needed for accessories and don't forget that when running this stuff you still have to be able to charge a battery |
Originally Posted by 4.3L XJ
(Post 3496212)
Here is the way to figure out what you will need
Volts X Amps = Watts So, Amps = Watts/Volts. Figure about 60 amps to run the average Jeep. Then add headlights etc and you get close to 100 amps. With that being a high figure, figure what you will need. To all you nay sayers that will say that is high, it is. But we are talking what will be needed for accessories and don't forget that when running this stuff you still have to be able to charge a battery |
So the Super 4x4 lights are 55 watts, the bugeye lights are 35 watts apiece, and the rectangular light (platinum burner series) is also 55 watts, so all together 170 watts
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