200 amp alternator

[smallv6]

Is it worth upgrading to a 200 amp alt.
I have alot of the upgraded items on my car that I know sucks more juice.
Also how hard is it to rebuild using the kit?
I am speaking of the alternator on Turbobuicks.com
Thanks in advance

 

[smallv6]

Anybody?

 

[StagedGN]

Hi,have had the kit for a few weeks already its easy to install just follow the instructions on gnttype.Mike S is also a good guy to deal with.

 

[AsphaltAnihil8r]

Originally posted by StagedGN
Hi,have had the kit for a few weeks already its easy to install just follow the instructions on gnttype.Mike S is also a good guy to deal with.

Can you post a link to this kit,,,

 

[smallv6]

http://www.turbobuicks.com/alternator.html

 

[GNandTTA]

Since it is a direct bolt in it must be a small case. So in essence it is the same thing as your existing GN alt with fewer windings. Yes it will make more amperage once engine rpms are over 1500 but amperage at lower rpms (like idle) will suffer greatly. Even with a heavy duty regulator, it can only compensate so much. I would definetly ask to see a performance sheet. Take a good look at rpms under 1000.

 

[Two Lane]

Each alternator arrives with its very own "dyno" numbers...
amp output per rpm.

Has the HD fan & a plated pulley. Very nicely done overall.

HTH

 

[NJTurbo]

That stinks.


I just put on Kirbans Chrome Alternator a few months back. I wish the 200amp was Chrome.

 

[Two Lane]

NO PROBLEM

Nj,

Sell the chrome & get the 200A from TBS.com.

(Has the blizzard begun yet?)

 

[smallv6]

Could anybody answer, is it really needed. Will the stock 120amp alt. be sufficient to run an upgraded stereo, hot wired fuel pump, dual fans, full gauges?
Is a 200 amp upgrade overkill?

 

[lyonsd]

Are these remanufactured alternators or what?

http://powermastermotorsports.com also has 200A alternators - NEW (but a much higer cost).

 

[GNandTTA]

Could anybody answer, is it really needed. Will the stock 120amp alt. be sufficient to run an upgraded stereo, hot wired fuel pump, dual fans, full gauges?

You will be fine with the 120A. That is what I have in my TTA and it has 2 batteries. One for the stereo and one for the car. My voltmeter never dips below 12v. The Delco alts are very good units.
Years ago I looked into getting my 120 rewound to 200. Took it to a Delco electronic shop near me. The guy told me there is an inherent trade off when you do this. To increase the amperage you actually remove some of the windings. This has a negative side of less amperage at idle. So I instead bought a high output alternator from Lestek. They make alts for industrial and heavy construction equipment. Big mistake! Same thing - lots of power at higher rpms but didn't do jack at idle. Called techsupport and they said the same thing, there is a trade off when using a high output alternator. If you want a true high output alternator which retains good output at idle you will need to get a large case alternator. These will have heavier gauge wire and a larger stator. But I don't think a large case will fit in our Buicks very easily. Wrangler makes a good one that has a large external voltage regulator.

 

[Two Lane]

PLUG N' PLAY!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2409987087&category=33573


In Stock As Of Monday, April 7, 2003
TurboBuicks.com HIGH OUTPUT Alternators are here!

TurboBuicks.com now provides 200AMP alternators for the '86 - '87 Buick Grand National, Turbo-T, T-Type and 1989 Turbo Trans Am.
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Designed to meet the increasing demands of the Buick Grand National's stock electrical system WITH added capacity to handle addition accessories like:

•High volume fuel pumps
•Aftermarket ignition components
•Scan tools
•Laptops and power inverters
•Upgraded engine cooling fans
•Aftermarket stereo systems
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This alternator is perfect for anyone needing to beef up their current electrical system. The stock alternator was rated at 120AMP maximum output. This may have been sufficient 15 years ago but with today's added accessories and performance goals in mind, it's easy to find yourself needing a jump start when you least expect it.
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Special !!! NO CORE REQUIRED!!!
Direct Bolt in. Hooks up exactly as the original alternator
200AMP OUTPUT for fast charging of battery and increased electrical system performance
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**Upgraded Fan

**Heavy Duty Stator

**Heavy Duty Rectifier

**Heavy Duty Regulator

Includes a 90 day warranty
(most high amp alternators offer only 30 day warranty)

Each TurboBuicks.com Alternator is delivered with a complete dyno sheet of performance and specifications of your alternator. Made and tested in the USA

NO CORE REQUIRED. Keep your original alternator for the Smithsonian.
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Very Nice Unit---Very Fair Price!

HTH

 

[NJTurbo]

Two Lane

Are you a sales rep for them.

 

[325DR]

Any other thoughts on this 200amp alternator that TB.com is selling?

 

[TURBOV6]

The stock 120a is more that enough for our cars unless you got a big stereo system. Even the limited non-turbo regals don't have a 120a alternator I think its a 90 amp.