Alternator B+ Wire Idea...
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Alternator B+ Wire Idea...
There's been alot of threads about the "Big 3" upgrade lately, which is a mod that I'd eventually like to do, but unfortunately funds and time don't allow for it right now (and probably not for a while). I don't have alot of electronics that need the extra current, just e-fans and an Infinity Basslink. Anyway, here's my idea...
Seems like the weak link in the factory set up is the small B+ fusible link from the red junction block to the alternator. I was thinking that a cheap, safe, factory looking upgrade would be to get a second B+ wire, and just double up on that wire. I'd have twice as much wire to decrease resistance and increase current, and still have the fusible link protection. I could cover the wire either in black wire loom or some large heat shrink for the factory look.
It couldn't hurt right? Any opinions?
Oh yea, I already have a 145amp alt BTW...
Seems like the weak link in the factory set up is the small B+ fusible link from the red junction block to the alternator. I was thinking that a cheap, safe, factory looking upgrade would be to get a second B+ wire, and just double up on that wire. I'd have twice as much wire to decrease resistance and increase current, and still have the fusible link protection. I could cover the wire either in black wire loom or some large heat shrink for the factory look.
It couldn't hurt right? Any opinions?
Oh yea, I already have a 145amp alt BTW...
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I've been running 4ga from the alt to battery for several months now with no problems, but I just ordered an inline fuse to be on the safe side. One thing I would suggest is to also upgrade the ground wire. You can get a few feet of welding wire which shouldn't cost very much. Just suggesting because upgrading the power wire is really kind of pointless if the ground isn't adequate.
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It probably won't solve that, but it should help some. I think the power window system is a poor design. Seems that most of these trucks use a ton of amps to operate the windows and they are plagued with relatively slow operation.
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Not sure I understand your question, but as I see it the goal isn't to be able to move more amps just to be able to supply the necessary amps more efficiently. So, a properly sized fuse is needed for safety to prevent damage to the system.