Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470 (1 Viewer)
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@Salsita @ArBrnSnpr how is your Phoenix alternator holding up? Looking to replace alternator since I need to replace ps pump so I can do all in one shot.
Do you have any pics of = how you routed the wiring on your 240A Phoenix? I'm wanting to see where the inline fuse was mounted
Well...Chris didn't take your advice. After asking about this issue before ordering I still received an alternator with the connector/pigtail coming out the side of the alternator instead of the rear like the OEM alternator. Frustrating as hell.
After some not so fun back and forth, Phoenix fixed my issue and overnighted a properly built alternator. From this point forward all of their GX470 alternators are supposed to be built with the pig tail connector coming off the rear of the alternator to avoid the clearance issues.
I bought a Phoenix 240A alternator last week and called after placing my order to confirm it would ship with the pigtail coming out of the back of the unit instead of the side. I'm not sure who I spoke with, but their first reply was that the pigtail was flexible and could bend in any direction it needed to. After pressing the issue they agreed to change it. I received my alternator today and it has the OEM connector instead of the pigtail. There's a warning tag on the pulley that says it's smaller than factory and requires a 1/2" smaller belt. Could the smaller pulley also fix the problem the pigtail was supposed to address, or do they all ship with this tag? I'll call them tomorrow, but it suffices to say that they haven't done anything to fix the connector problem.
When mine came in last month it had a smaller pulley. It asked a 1/2" shorter belt.
Franken470
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I just purchased this unit from Power Bastards. High Output Alternators and Accessories | PowerBastards.com
what's the Voltage booster do? 14.1-14.7 seems normal?
Franken470
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14.1 - 14.7 is normal, most new Toyota/Lexus vehicles are wired with a low voltage system. Factory output is in the high 13V range and will not charge enough to maintain warranty on most AGM batteries. The voltage booster replaces the factory diode, in the fuse box under the hood and boosts voltage back up to keep your charging system in line.
Lexus - Lexus 4X4 | HKB Electronics
The Alternator Voltage Booster was the first of its type on the market and is the only unit available that was has been purpose built for alternator voltage boosting.
www.hkbelect.com
What 120 stuff would buy from Australia?
I have a close friend that lives in Australia and is coming to the US in a couple months. What are the cool 120 gear, accessories, etc that I should have them ship in or bring with them? So far I have them picking up a MacNaught 3oz grease gun. Used to have full size MacNaught and was...
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Thanks just ordered one. Actually tried to replace my battery today. I say tried because I bought the 27F X2 Power from Batteries + but when I got to the store they were out of stock. fortunately, my battery is on its last legs and not dead. I also work a mile from my house so I can wait until it comes in. I'll be doing a dual battery system this year, and possibly a new, bigger, alternator... I'll be curious in the long term reviews of all the alternators here
And......it must’ve slipped your mind heh hehLexus - Lexus 4X4 | HKB Electronics
The Alternator Voltage Booster was the first of its type on the market and is the only unit available that was has been purpose built for alternator voltage boosting.www.hkbelect.com
What 120 stuff would buy from Australia?
I have a close friend that lives in Australia and is coming to the US in a couple months. What are the cool 120 gear, accessories, etc that I should have them ship in or bring with them? So far I have them picking up a MacNaught 3oz grease gun. Used to have full size MacNaught and was...
Which of the ones in the link did y'all go with? It looks like the MK3 might be the one to go with, but wanted to confirm.
I went with
MK3 Mini blade 7.5A (Electronic fuse version) | HKB Electronics - https://www.hkbelect.com/product/120-mk3-mini-blade-75a-electronic-fuse-version-2007/
said 2-6 weeks for delivery depending on postal code. I assume the 2 weeks is still in Aus. so probably more like 4-6 depending on customs.
I put this one in my cart too...
their listed prices are in Australian dollars, but by the time postage was added, it came to $56 US. ($70 Aus)
is that about what you paid?
Yeah, I ordered 2 (got a buddy with a GX ) and think it was $90 shipped. not cheap, but worth it if it keeps my battery charged and allows them to live a bit longer.
