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Old 09-22-2011, 08:55 AM
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Question 502 efi alternator swap

I have a 1993 powerquest 257 legend that I am putting a monster of a stereo system in. I plan on adding a perk switch and another group 31 battery. The alternator that is on the engine is only 65 amp and am wanting to upgrade that as much as possible. Does anyone out there know of an alternator on the market that would "physically" be a direct bolt on replacement with a higher output? Thanks in advance!
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Old 09-22-2011, 09:44 AM
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Assuming you have the Mando like I have on my 257, here is what you need
http://www.dbelectrical.com/p-3610-n...o-adr0106.aspx

They have other options also if that one doesn't match yours.

You will also need to upgrade your power wires, as the stock is just enough for the 65 amp.
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Old 09-22-2011, 06:04 PM
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How would I know it is the Mando style? I have heard that term before but not sure what that means..

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Assuming you have the Mando like I have on my 257, here is what you need
http://www.dbelectrical.com/p-3610-n...o-adr0106.aspx

They have other options also if that one doesn't match yours.

You will also need to upgrade your power wires, as the stock is just enough for the 65 amp.
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Mine has sticker on it that says Mando (the maker), plus the specs.

If you can get the Merc part #, DB can most likley get you what you need.
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I changed to a 105 amp from DB works great...
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Old 09-23-2011, 07:19 PM
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I am taking it off anyways so I will just get the part # then. I'm pretty sure it is a prestolite. Sounds like db is the place to go! Thanks guys!!
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double post

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Originally Posted by apollard
Assuming you have the Mando like I have on my 257, here is what you need
http://www.dbelectrical.com/p-3610-n...o-adr0106.aspx

They have other options also if that one doesn't match yours.

You will also need to upgrade your power wires, as the stock is just enough for the 65 amp.
This 3 wire style doesn't have the post for the electric choke. Just hook it up to the coil unless theres a better option. Gen V BBC w/ TB V ignition.

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