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mlts22
Explorer II
Feb 18, 2015

Using an alternator to feed your house batteries?

I know I'm missing something since this seems too easy, but if I have a motorhome, and install a second alternator via a third party bracket (namely a 360 amp one), I can feed that alternator's output...
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RoyB
Explorer II
Feb 18, 2015
Ambalance and other PUBLIC SERVICE EMERGENCY vehicles do this all the time. Sure is an expensive way to get power however... When you turn the ignition KEY OFF it gets real quiet...

I would think running a truck motor sitting in place for long periods of time would be very hard on the truck motor.

Just my thoughts
Roy Ken

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