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does anyone know the no. of amps a standard holden alternator puts out? (the car is a hj - hz series with a 308)
also if you are running more electrical equipment such as electric ignition, water pump and twiN thermos would it be better to get an alternator that puts out more amps as you are drawing more power?
any one got any suggestions?
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35A from memory, or 55A for the heavy duty ones.
You can fit an alternator from a VN-VS V8 on there, it has an 85A output (or the special police ones are over 100A).
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cheers mick
I was looking at this item # (8006326289) on ebay
what do you think for the price.
im not sure the exact price but i thought the standard one are pretty pricy for a new item.
also i want to dress up the engine bay a bit so i thoug
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Bit pricey, but if that's what you want....
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I thought it was pretty expensive also.
I want a higher amp alternator (i guess 55 will do) but I thought the cost of polishing or chroming will cost a lot on top of the cost of the part.
How much does a reconditioned alternator go for?
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I fitted one to my HJ from a VN V6. Replaced the pulley with the one from the original alternator and it bolted straight up. The bottom adjuster wasn't threaded so I used a nut and bolt. It's been on 3 years now without a problem. Puts out 90 amps
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They are a good cheap retro-fit aren't they BluHJ.
VN-VR V6 actually run the same alternator internals as the VN-VS V8.
Only differences are the front half of the casing (mounts vary), the
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I have elec ign, twin thermos and prem twin headlight front, with full load on std alt I don't have any probs with charging. I have my battery in the boot which dosen't help and the twin thermos draw 20amps alone. I've looked at the polished ones on ebay
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I used a brand new Vn one , 85 amps, changed pulley and got sparky to do wiring cost $35 or so including new $11 plug. Still got it, you can have it for $50 plus postage it looks a bit dirty but was only on about 21/2 years. Have to muck about a bit with
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For a guide to how big an alternator you need, have a look here: http://www.oldholden.com...php/Maths#Amps_and_VoltsThen you'll know whether a 55 or an 85 or an over 100 amp alternator is needed to feed your car's power habit. :-) Chee Edited by user Tuesday, 14 February 2006 11:08:46 AM(UTC)
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Cheers guys
John i will get back to you on the alternator if that is OK.
Im in Perth also so i may be able to pick it up?
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no problem. mail me when you are ready.
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