 57tim
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06-14-12 12:32 PM - Post#2237133
I am installing a 63 amp alternator, up from a 33 amp. Do I need a heavier wire then stock? Its a 3 wire alternator.
Current wire in question is 10 guage.
Maybe I should ask this in AAW forum since its a AAW alternator wire harness I have.
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06-14-12 01:27 PM - Post#2237144
In response to 57tim
Ten gauge will carry up to 100 amps without any problem. The stock wire was 12 gauge. I think AAW upgrades all their wires.
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Edited by acardon on 06-14-12 01:29 PM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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57tim
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06-14-12 02:41 PM - Post#2237165
In response to acardon
Donny at AAW responded to an email that I will be fine and it will carry up to 60 to 70amp no problem.
Thats great service.
Thanks acardon as well. 
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 Cruzin Okie
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06-15-12 06:35 AM - Post#2237357
In response to 57tim
Tim, this may help with your question.
http://www.powermastermotorsports.com/charge_wires...
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06-15-12 01:30 PM - Post#2237492
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