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What kind of high output alternator do i need? or does it matter?

• i have a '00 Ford Taurus and since my lights already dim while i dont even have my system wired up and i have a seemingly new battery. so now im wanting to get a high output alternator so when i do wire my system up, my car doesnt die. and i was wondering, what kind of high output alternator would i need or what would be the best one for my car? or if it even matters what kind i need?

• Answer:

  http://www.db-starter-alternator.com/store/category.aspx?&Page=12&Sort=1&catid=12828 with this, you'll need a wiring upgrade, especially if you're going to be adding a system. most people suggest the big 3. What the big 3 is, is replacing or adding to your existing wiring at the following places. 1-Alternator to battery + 2-battery + to car chasis 3-engine ground to chassis for this alternator, the thinnest power & ground cable to use is 4 gauge also, make sure all your connections are clean if you want to use a cap with this, get a 2 Farad cap (or bigger if you want, it won't hurt) & your dimming will be long gone