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Originally Posted by MaddBaggins
THE FREAKIN 2006 Tundra 130amp alt I bought DOESN"T CHARGE!!!.
One observation about the larger alt. It's a bitch to get out of there with the radiator in place.
I think I will abandon the 130amp upgrade.
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Before you do something rash take the unit to a "real" alternator shop and have them take a look at it. I was very much in the same boat with the 150A unit I had, it wouldn't make any more than 100-120A. I realize that's still more than what yours is putting out but I figured there was a defect in mine as well.
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Originally Posted by MaddBaggins
One observation about the larger alt. It's a bitch to get out of there with the radiator in place.
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You're not kidding!! For those that haven't gotten around to installing their bracket and alternator yet removing the upper hose helps. If possible spend the couple bucks and purchase the gasket for the upper outlet tube from the head to radiator (under & aft of the distributor) then you'll have all kinds of room. If you're unlucky enough perform the install with either the radiator out or in the process of fixing a HG.
Also, while having your alternator tested at said shop inquire about a smaller pulley. It will aid in getting the belts on and increase the output of the alternator at idle and low trail speeds.
I've got a couple thousand miles on mine since the install and it's totally transparent. I can't thank Bill & Brian enough for working together and putting out a top notch bracket.
It looks like this will be a limited edition mod for those that jumped on board.
NLXTACY,
Without a doubt you'll definitely need to upgrade the wire from the alternator to the battery to be able to take full advantage of the power available.
Alternator connector wiring in addition to the provided pdf.