High Output Alternator

[puzzlevil]

I was told by a "Honda Tech" at a "Honda Dealership" that I could cause problems by running a high output alternator. Has anyone had this experience or heard of this. I'm skeptical.

[CustomLowz]

I was told by a "Honda Tech" at a "Honda Dealership" that I could cause problems by running a high output alternator. Has anyone had this experience or heard of this. I'm skeptical.

I think the only reason they told you to that, is so you bring your car to them to replace the alternator... using a HO alternator wont do anything but charge your battery up faster. I am running a 125 amp alternator, instead of the stock 85.

[WaLLeYeMan]

You really dont need one unless youre running A LOT of electicals that drain your battery quick. If youre just running a simple system with a sub or two, you dont need one.

[OnBBS17s]

you would be surprised how little you need an upgraded alt. I am running a SUV/Truck batteries, 1 farad cap and i still drain them.

[WaLLeYeMan]

IF youre still draining or getting flickering, you should think about upgrading all your grounds, everything will run a lot smoother.

[Rude-Boy!]

I think the only reason they told you to that, is so you bring your car to them to replace the alternator... using a HO alternator wont do anything but charge your battery up faster. I am running a 125 amp alternator, instead of the stock 85.

What brand alt is the one ure using? Where did you get it from and how much ($$$) did is set you back?

[CustomLowz]

What brand alt is the one ure using? Where did you get it from and how much ($$$) did is set you back?

I am actually using an OEM honda alternator, that was re-wound at a local company here. I payed around $120 for the whole thing.

[Heavyhitter92]

i heard it could burn ur harnesses out by honda also cuz i wanted to do it now i have 2 red top batteries

[Akira_kj]

Honda dealership wants to sell you honda parts... they are not going to give you any good advice about changing what is stock on the car. That and there shop rates suck. lol

Weither or not it will burn out your stock harnesses... probly not. Uness you already have damaged wiring. Im running a HID system off the stock headlights... no burn wires yet after nearly a year.

[Heavyhitter92]

yea im running a 12k hid kit on my stock harness and im also good

[puzzlevil]

Customlowz, I wanted to run a Stinger Alt. (call for a price and got my feelings hurt) now having mine rebuilt in Rochester

[CustomLowz]

Customlowz, I wanted to run a Stinger Alt. (call for a price and got my feelings hurt) now having mine rebuilt in Rochester

Thats the thing... you are just paying for a name... The company I used is called ANCA, and they are awesome. I used to deal with them when i ran my shop. They also do stuff like axles, drive shafts, starters, and pretty much anything rebuildable. They have a great warranty, and Im gonna use them on the replacement axle for the Black 93 accord...