Re: [DML] Why The Need For High Amp DeLorean Alternators?

["ryanpwright" <yahoo1@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Video Bob" <videobob@xxxx> wrote:
> ....John Hervey might be the best one to answer that, but you might
not take 
> his word for it since he sells more alternators than just about anybody.

You can take his word for it. John wouldn't try to sell you something
you didn't need.

> his new fan systems that use HALF the amps, and now when my AC kicks
in at a 
> stop light
> the DC power needle doesn't drop to 11, it stays right up at 14 and
doesn't 
> budge.
> 
> I don't know the REASON why it works better, but I know it does.

The original alternators were simply underpowered. When you add up the
goodies, especially those front cooling fans, and take into account
the wiring losses, the car really needs a bigger alternator.

At night, with the lights & front fans running, sitting at a stoplight
my DeLorean is using battery reserves. When those fans kick in the
voltage drops and my headlights dim slightly. If nothing else, I'm
going to put one of John's 140 or 150amp alternators in soon just to
keep this from happening.

I have more dire power needs than most, however, as I plan to add a
pair of high powered amps for my audio system. 

-Ryan





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