Dual alternators: Anyone ever done?

I am well aware of the fact that I could just get a single high amp alternator, but I also like the idea of the redundancy of having 2 alternators. If one takes a dump, there is still another to keep going. I would like the high amperage to make quick work as possible of maintaining and recharging an Odyssey PC2250 battery after extended engine-off periods. The ability to run a welder will also come in handy.

Goal: High amps, and redundancy in the charging system.

Just keep an extra alternator in the road box. Easy to change, no need to run one all the time.

Viceroy454 wrote:

I am well aware of the fact that I could just get a single high amp alternator, but I also like the idea of the redundancy of having 2 alternators. If one takes a dump, there is still another to keep going. I would like the high amperage to make quick work as possible of maintaining and recharging an Odyssey PC2250 battery after extended engine-off periods. The ability to run a welder will also come in handy.

Goal: High amps, and redundancy in the charging system.

it'll be interesting to see this accomplished,.

I run a 140 amp alternator. More than enough juice at all times. Are you going to get rid of the A/C? Maybe you'd have room for a second one in it's place. Running a second battery is easier than a second alternator.

dave

Seriously, though, there are lots of examples out there of dual alternators. Just google "dual alternator Caprice". If using a 140amp CS144, I don't see the need, but, I'll never argue with someone over what they want on their car.

Here is one instal that would work:

Here's the ultimate bolt-on solution: http://store.alternatorparts.com/350-amp-cs144-series-extreme-duty-dual-rectifier-alternator.aspx

I know that's not what you asked for, but if you decide to stay single, I bought a 200 amp version from this place, and have been quite satisfied.

Consult a car audio forum, would be my suggestion. Those guys know their stuff when it comes to multiple alternator/battery setups.

buickwagon wrote:

I know that's not what you asked for, but if you decide to stay single, I bought a 200 amp version from this place, and have been quite satisfied.

When I first read that, I thought it said, "I know that's not what you asked for, but if you decide to stay single you'll be quite satisfied." Haha.

How will he be satisfied if he's single and lonely?

OHHH... I get it.   

Dave

Some days I would be far happier if I was single.


Ooops. Was that my out-loud voice again?

over the course of a 20 yr relationship,. it has been proven many times that simply paying twice a week for sex, would be a much cheaper proposition than being in a relationship and paying for all the extra's that go into forging a partnership , and would leave a lot more money for important things like cars, would also cut out the roulette wheel of raising children,.

Not a problem... we raised our kids on a Black Jack table instead.... and to keep it on topic, it had dual alternators... well, actually one crossdresser. ( and it wasn't me)

lol, what a discussion....