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 Jun 22 2012, 02:36 AM
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Experienced Member  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,086 Joined: 16-January 04 From: Chandler AZ Member No.: 130  |
I want to add another set of aftermarket driving lights on the front of my 2001 2500HD Silverado, and add a set of fog lights in the rear, perhaps on a bracket that is attached to the receiver. My stock alternator is 105 amps. Can I swap in a 130 amp alternator with no other electrical system changes? The main reason for the extra lights up front is to increase visibility on trails/dirt roads when I'm returning from hunting areas after sunset.
TIA Rob |
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Jun 23 2012, 05:15 AM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,086 Joined: 16-January 04 From: Chandler AZ Member No.: 130 |
Good to know, thanks!
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Jun 28 2012, 04:51 PM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 14 Joined: 22-February 06 From: N.KY Member No.: 1,086 |
You could also start switching out all the stock incandescent bulbs for LEDs to reduce the load on your stock alternator. They use like 1/10th the power.
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Rob Hood Alternator upgrade for additional lighting Jun 22 2012, 02:36 AM
Rampant I think it maybe the same one to fit your truck, b... Jun 22 2012, 04:15 PM
Steve91T QUOTE (HawkFanatic @ Jun 28 2012, 12:51 P... Jun 28 2012, 06:18 PM Rob Hood Interesting, hadn't thought of switching to LE... Jun 29 2012, 05:05 AM Steve91T QUOTE (Rob Hood @ Jun 29 2012, 01:05 AM) ... Jun 29 2012, 12:59 PM |
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