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C Series 6CTA – M3 Delco 28si alternator upgrade
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February 23, 2017 at 1:35 am Hi Guys I have a 2000 model 6CTA M3, at the moment it has a Delco 22si alternator, J hinge, 12v, with sense wire. I think its 130amp or 145amp I am looking at installing a 28si, preferably 180amp, 8600223,Ā or 160amp 8600312, to give me more charge at idle. I do a lot of drifting, engine idle or off and when wrecking idle & low rpm,s. on a night especially I have a a large load drawingĀ from the plotters, radar, lights, heater etc. I have 2 x …
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January 27, 2021 at 8:10 am Tony, Thanks. I have quite a bit of experience in marine electrical matters, and I am completely hands-on. I have “home run” voltage meters on all my battery banks. I have a good idea of where the power is used. I have a pretty good understanding of alternators, one-wire vs. three-wire, internal vs. external regulation, etc. The issue I am addressing is the desire for charging the house bank when underway. We cruise a lot, with overn…
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