Guest Posted June 22, 2001 Share Posted June 22, 2001 I recently had a high output stereo system installed in my car. Of course, I didn't know any better and blew a couple alternators out. I decided the stereo system just wasn't for me. I removed it and am now having my voltage reading drop everytime I hit the brakes, or turn the headlights on, etc. I know it is supposed to drop, but not by a whole volt or two. The factory alternator was internally regulated and carried a 105 amp max output. I ordered a new alternator to accomodate my system, but now that it's gone, I will try and use the new alternator to help the dropping voltage. Do you think this is something normal (dropping voltage) or did I fry something else with my system? Any hints? Also, if anyone knows, are the 200 amp alternators from Powermaster internally regulated or should I get a voltage regulator? Any other precautions with moving to that high of an output? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 9, 2001 Share Posted July 9, 2001 Youre right that your voltage should drop slightly but not a whole volt, it is possible that you damaged youre old alternator when the system was installed. Try out the new alternator if it doesnt work, check all of your fuses.<BR> Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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