Another Alternator Option

Posted By: ahy

Another Alternator Option - 12/21/14 05:58 PM

A new squareback replacement from Flaming River... over 100 idle amps and 150 max. Advertised as cool running and durable. I saw the add in the new MA. It looks like it should work with OE style brackets. Just spendy.

I'll probably get along with my late 70's "big Chrysler" alternator for now but would love to hear if anybody tries this option.

http://www.flamingriver.com/index.php/products/c0023/s0013/FR1174

Posted By: RapidRobert

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/21/14 06:16 PM

No I havent but I had always heard the big Chrysler one (with the fan behind the pulley) puts out alot of juice & the problem with it is how heavy it is. What is your take? Here's a BTT for ya

Posted By: John_Kunkel

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/21/14 08:50 PM

For half the price I'd try this:

http://www.qualitypowerauto.com/item_557/Chrysler-Mount-Mega-Amp-Alternator.htm

Posted By: ahy

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/22/14 12:37 AM

That one looks nice also... and cost more manageable. Good to see some bolt in alternatives... especially for folks running AC. Its not easy to adapt non standard high output alternators to "with AC" brackets.

Posted By: BDW

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/22/14 02:40 AM

What about this?

http://store.alternatorparts.com/partnoho-7015.aspx

Posted By: ahy

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/22/14 03:12 AM

It seems like the 100+ amp retrofit kits for square backs are limited to 50 ish amps at idle... not enough for my application. Also, I would be concerned with heat and life of a retrofit if run at high outputs for long periods.

Posted By: NachoRT74

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/22/14 04:25 PM

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What about this?

http://store.alternatorparts.com/partnoho-7015.aspx

once I got the 80 amps kit from them sold by an ebay seller whoo didn't use it. Didn't worth a penny. Dunno the 105 amps kit

Posted By: BDW

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/22/14 05:06 PM

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What about this?

http://store.alternatorparts.com/partnoho-7015.aspx

once I got the 80 amps kit from them sold by an ebay seller whoo didn't use it. Didn't worth a penny. Dunno the 105 amps kit

Are you saying it didn't work, or increase the current?

Posted By: Supercuda

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/22/14 05:09 PM

I'm thinking for $500 I can get two factory ND alternators wired up from a junkyard.

Posted By: John_Kunkel

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/22/14 09:27 PM

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What about this?

http://store.alternatorparts.com/partnoho-7015.aspx

Keep in mind that there's a difference between maximum output and output at low speed.

Posted By: BDW

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/23/14 03:12 AM

I agree, would love to see a current (amps) vs RPM graph for all these options.

Now that I have the 518 tranny, engine never gets above 2500rpm.

Posted By: NachoRT74

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/30/14 06:58 AM

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What about this?

http://store.alternatorparts.com/partnoho-7015.aspx

once I got the 80 amps kit from them sold by an ebay seller whoo didn't use it. Didn't worth a penny. Dunno the 105 amps kit

Are you saying it didn't work, or increase the current?

didn't increased. Worked exactly to the 60 amps lates 70s wider unit

Posted By: NachoRT74

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/30/14 07:00 AM

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What about this?

http://store.alternatorparts.com/partnoho-7015.aspx

Keep in mind that there's a difference between maximum output and output at low speed.

you are absolutelly right BUT... increasing max output will mean also the iddle output is being increased "more less proportionally"

Posted By: NachoRT74

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/30/14 07:06 AM

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I agree, would love to see a current (amps) vs RPM graph for all these options.

I'd love that too... I know rebuilt units ( by a brand ) get the graphic card with those values coming with the alt you get... BUT, Never have being shown those values on those newer replacements with stated higher outputs.

and AN ACTUAL PIC OF THE ALTERNATOR BEING OFFERED!!! ( not a reference pic ) wouldn't be funny, think you'll get the first squarebacks version ( IN MY CASE, what I want ) and get the late ones, since these are a bit wider making a tight fit and in some case requiring longer belts

Posted By: BDW

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/30/14 08:42 PM

I looked on RockAuto and they show a couple of options are 114 amps for around $80.
I'd bet this would be an improvement.

http://catalog.remyinc.com/Product/Details/20036

Posted By: Supercuda

Re: Another Alternator Option - 12/30/14 10:04 PM

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I looked on RockAuto and they show a couple of options are 114 amps for around $80.
I'd bet this would be an improvement.

http://catalog.remyinc.com/Product/Details/20036

Those use a different mount setup than the more common ones. Late M bodies are a good source as well as trucks for an LA engine.