Alternator output

Dohner · 07-08-2008, 11:41 PM

With my system on and playing the lights dim and you can feel the car hesitate due to the power loss when the bass hits. I have seen those like piggy back wires you plug into the back of the alternator. I was wondering if those things actually work.

Orbital431 · 07-09-2008, 01:28 AM

this happened to me when i got my system (2x 15" speakerz and a 700watt amp, not too big).
in most cases, a higher output battery, and if u wanted, a new OEM (if not higher output) alternator is all u need.

solved my problem and that was over a year ago

JoshMcMadMac · 07-09-2008, 10:04 AM

I would start by upgrading the alternator to battery wire, and making sure that all of your power wiring is in top shape.

http://www.grandprixforums.net/f81/a...nk-s-3304.html (Alternator Fusible Link(s))

archemedes · 07-09-2008, 10:34 AM

upgrade the wiring, a battery does not help once the car is running, if still dimming, you need an upgraded alternator

Dohner · 07-09-2008, 10:08 PM

That is what i thougth i would hear. What is the next size up that i would need anyone know.

archemedes · 07-09-2008, 10:22 PM

I use a minimum of 2 gauge wiring for power and ground, the system is only going to carry what your main power can deliver

Dohner · 07-10-2008, 08:39 PM

THat is the size wire i run also it gives it enough power it just pulls it out of the car real bad. I will have to see about getting a bigger alt. Thanks for all you input.

VinnieGTP · 07-10-2008, 09:01 PM

The 04+ alternator is a 125amp unit and is a drop in replacement. Not a lot bigger but you should be able to get one cheap enough.

VinnieGTP · 07-10-2008, 09:03 PM

eBay Motors: 2004 Grand Prix GT GTP 3.8 3800 Alternator (item 230207289734 end time Jul-24-08 18:17:37 PDT)

Dohner · 07-10-2008, 09:17 PM

Thanks man so if i just go to the auto store i can get one for an 04 and it will work on my 02.

07-08-2008, 11:41 PM	#1
Dohner SE Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Montpelier Posts: 129 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Alternator output With my system on and playing the lights dim and you can feel the car hesitate due to the power loss when the bass hits. I have seen those like piggy back wires you plug into the back of the alternator. I was wondering if those things actually work. __________________ =DOHNER= SILVER 2002 GT

07-09-2008, 01:28 AM	#2
Orbital431 SE Level Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 80 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Re: Alternator output this happened to me when i got my system (2x 15" speakerz and a 700watt amp, not too big). in most cases, a higher output battery, and if u wanted, a new OEM (if not higher output) alternator is all u need. solved my problem and that was over a year ago

07-09-2008, 10:04 AM	#3
JoshMcMadMac SE Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Western Maryland Posts: 118 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Re: Alternator output I would start by upgrading the alternator to battery wire, and making sure that all of your power wiring is in top shape. http://www.grandprixforums.net/f81/a...nk-s-3304.html (Alternator Fusible Link(s)) __________________ 2000 NavyBlueMetallic GTP Coupe 14.007 @98.5 - New time coming soon! HPTuners / Intercooler / 1.8 SLP Rockers / 3.1" / 180° / TB Shield / FWI / PLOG / Jimmy-C Downpipe / U-Bend Delete / Taurus Fan / Alt. rewire / FP rewire / F-Body Brakes / Buick Strut Braces / SLP Tips / 20% Tint

07-09-2008, 10:34 AM	#4
archemedes GrandPrix Junkie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Saraland Alabama Posts: 3,322 iTrader: (1) Rep Power: 4	Re: Alternator output upgrade the wiring, a battery does not help once the car is running, if still dimming, you need an upgraded alternator __________________ Steve '97 GTP VS cam, ZZP PCM, and not much else yet

07-09-2008, 10:08 PM	#5
Dohner SE Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Montpelier Posts: 129 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Re: Alternator output That is what i thougth i would hear. What is the next size up that i would need anyone know. __________________ =DOHNER= SILVER 2002 GT

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07-09-2008, 10:22 PM	#6
archemedes GrandPrix Junkie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Saraland Alabama Posts: 3,322 iTrader: (1) Rep Power: 4	Re: Alternator output I use a minimum of 2 gauge wiring for power and ground, the system is only going to carry what your main power can deliver __________________ Steve '97 GTP VS cam, ZZP PCM, and not much else yet

07-10-2008, 08:39 PM	#7
Dohner SE Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Montpelier Posts: 129 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Re: Alternator output THat is the size wire i run also it gives it enough power it just pulls it out of the car real bad. I will have to see about getting a bigger alt. Thanks for all you input. __________________ =DOHNER= SILVER 2002 GT

07-10-2008, 09:01 PM	#8
VinnieGTP GT Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 480 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Re: Alternator output The 04+ alternator is a 125amp unit and is a drop in replacement. Not a lot bigger but you should be able to get one cheap enough. __________________ 2008 Greater Ohio Club Grand Prix President My Mod List

07-10-2008, 09:03 PM	#9
VinnieGTP GT Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 480 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Re: Alternator output eBay Motors: 2004 Grand Prix GT GTP 3.8 3800 Alternator (item 230207289734 end time Jul-24-08 18:17:37 PDT) __________________ 2008 Greater Ohio Club Grand Prix President My Mod List

07-10-2008, 09:17 PM	#10
Dohner SE Level Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Montpelier Posts: 129 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 1	Re: Alternator output Thanks man so if i just go to the auto store i can get one for an 04 and it will work on my 02. __________________ =DOHNER= SILVER 2002 GT

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