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MEXICOWANDERER
Explorer
Apr 13, 2015

Separate Alternator Rectifier For HOUSE Batteries

I've been venting about these things for years on this forum. The alternator 3 stator leads are tapped inside the alternator. Depending on the power rating of the alternator (3) 8 gauge or 6 gauge wir...
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Gjac
Explorer III
Apr 14, 2015
Is there a poor mans solution to cooling the internal rectifier say with an air duct that will accomplish almost the same thing? How much more amps will a cooler running rectifier input to your batteries? For example how many amps will 2 6 v GC 230 AH see from a 180 amp alternator at 50% SOC VS a cooled rectifier? Always enjoy reading your posts.

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