Need a cap?
#32
As stated, do the big three upgrade first and see how that goes. Upgrade to a high output alternater if needed. Caps are a waste of money unless you buy a massive one and already have the electrical system to charge it.
Also, if you find you need a higher amperage alternater don't buy a OEM unit that has just been rewound to get higher amps. It will only produce the higher ratings at higher rpm's and will actually output LESS than the stock unit at idle.
Also, if you find you need a higher amperage alternater don't buy a OEM unit that has just been rewound to get higher amps. It will only produce the higher ratings at higher rpm's and will actually output LESS than the stock unit at idle.
#33
Originally posted by Hardwrkr:
don't buy a OEM unit that has just been rewound to get higher amps. It will only produce the higher ratings at higher rpm's and will actually output LESS than the stock unit at idle.
don't buy a OEM unit that has just been rewound to get higher amps. It will only produce the higher ratings at higher rpm's and will actually output LESS than the stock unit at idle.
#35
Alternators are pricey, but I'd take one over a cap any day.
If anyone considers doing an Alt upgrade and their car is not so new, I'd recommend changing the VREG if the alt isn't internally regulated. [img]smile.gif[/img]
Here's how I rate order of importance of upgrading electrical components from highest to lowest:
1)Battery
2)Grounds
3)Main wiring
4)Alternator
5)Capacitor (actually it's very far from #4)
[ July 05, 2004, 02:48 AM: Message edited by: Chadxton ]
If anyone considers doing an Alt upgrade and their car is not so new, I'd recommend changing the VREG if the alt isn't internally regulated. [img]smile.gif[/img]
Here's how I rate order of importance of upgrading electrical components from highest to lowest:
1)Battery
2)Grounds
3)Main wiring
4)Alternator
5)Capacitor (actually it's very far from #4)
[ July 05, 2004, 02:48 AM: Message edited by: Chadxton ]
#38
Originally posted by Rockney:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Hardwrkr:
don't buy a OEM unit that has just been rewound to get higher amps. It will only produce the higher ratings at higher rpm's and will actually output LESS than the stock unit at idle.
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Hardwrkr:
don't buy a OEM unit that has just been rewound to get higher amps. It will only produce the higher ratings at higher rpm's and will actually output LESS than the stock unit at idle.
#39
Originally posted by Z24 GrrL:
How much did it cost u
How much did it cost u
Gotta think, how long do you plan on keeping the Z24.. if you plan on getting a different car within the next year,, i would just use the stock one and look into the voltage regulator part,, it will be less expensive..