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06-07-2011, 05:34 PM
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Hi guys, iam thinking of putting a msd alternator
Into my au xr8. Has anyone done this? what amps do I need, 130 amp or is better to go with 160 amp. And are there brackets for this or do I need to make Them? Any help would be great. Thanks Pete |
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06-07-2011, 06:31 PM
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Im fairly sure the stock one is 130amp.
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06-07-2011, 07:09 PM
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Tickford XR8
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Thanks for the reply,
Can i put a 160amp if thats all i can get in msd, or is it best to stay with 130? |
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07-07-2011, 02:33 PM
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Im no auto parky but if it was me I would stick with 130amp given that the system is designed for that. Maybe PM KOUPE76, I think Mick was going to put an MSD alternator on his old ute. Not sure if he did it or not but he might have some more info to help you out.
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07-07-2011, 05:00 PM
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If you aren't having any issues with battery charging, then there's no need to go to a higher capacity Alternator.
The only reason you might need more capacity is if you have a high load device such as multiple high power audio amplifiers. Otherwise 130a is more than plenty. In saying that, no harm will be done with more capacity, there's just no advantage if it's not required. .
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07-07-2011, 05:17 PM
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where from, how much? also whats a good recommendation for starter motor, if i can avoid being ripped off from ford with an suitable alternative..
cheers. 
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10-07-2011, 02:46 PM
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07-07-2011, 09:48 PM
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If Your running an under drive pulley kit id prob bump it up to 160amp.
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08-07-2011, 04:23 PM
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Ford would have the alternator, water pump, power steering pump, and A/C running at optimum speed for maximum efficiency at idle.
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Msd alternator into au xr8
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