High output alternator needed for 07 GX470 (1 Viewer)

[sledge916]

Hello all

I need a heavy duty alternator for my overland build I am doing on my 07 GX470. I found this one on E-bay.

200A High Output Alternator Toyota 4Runner 4 7 03 04 06 Lexus GX470 4 7 03 07 | eBay

Does anyone have any experience with this one of others that might fit the bill for me?
Thanks
Seth

 

[Frankencruiser]

Do you know what the output of the stock one is by chance?

 

[sledge916]

Do you know what the output of the stock one is by chance?

130 AMP

 

[Frankencruiser]

Usually the "rebuilt" high amp alternators just have higher current diodes and don't actually put out any extra amps. I would look at some the higher output Toyota alternators available and see if they could be fit. IIRC some tundras come with 160 and 180 amp alts which would probably be enough of an upgrade for your purpose.

Tundras with the towing package came with 150 amp alternators. Probably what I would do, but may not be enough for what you want.

 

[Lc80series]

Mean Green?

 

[sledge916]

I ended up getting this one.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/351020580659?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

So far so good

Seth

 

[Frankencruiser]

Did you test it's output? What does it actually produce?

 

[sledge916]

I have not got a chance to test yet, truck is undergoing a big build right now.

Seth

 

[woody]

I have not got a chance to test yet, truck is undergoing a big build right now.

Seth

Any updates Seth? The Alt in our GX is out...unsure I can wait for shipping for a higher output versus the local/stock 130amp, but might consider it if yours is still performing well.

 

[sledge916]

Any updates Seth? The Alt in our GX is out...unsure I can wait for shipping for a higher output versus the local/stock 130amp, but might consider it if yours is still performing well.

Woody

I just found your ? For some reason I did not get notified of your ? , I will check settings in CP, anyway, yes it is still performing perfect. Its been on for over a year with no problems.

Seth

 

[JLee]

I see a few of them on eBay now (200a and 250a); if those power ratings are correct, I might have to grab one.

 

[sledge916]

I see a few of them on eBay now (200a and 250a); if those power ratings are correct, I might have to grab one.

i have a new one in box if you need one

Seth

 

[JLee]

i have a new one in box if you need one

Seth

Awesome- we'll have to catch up when I'm back in town, and see what all you have to sell me

 

[sledge916]

Awesome- we'll have to catch up when I'm back in town, and see what all you have to sell me

sounds great, I have rear ARB drawers, complete timing belt water pump kit from Lexus, very extensive, steel skid plates, etc

Seth

 

[JLee]

I'll shoot you a text.

 

[Mlachica]

Skid plates? Will it fit with kdss?

 

[sledge916]

Skid plates? Will it fit with kdss?

yes I have KDSS

Seth

 

[staffaction]

Woody

I just found your ? For some reason I did not get notified of your ? , I will check settings in CP, anyway, yes it is still performing perfect. Its been on for over a year with no problems.

Seth

Hey Seth,

I am doing the timing belt on our GX soon and while I'm in there wondering how to take advantage of all the access I'll. If I'm going to put in a high output alternator, this is the time.

What were the reasons you did so? (we ancipate adding OBA (viair) and fridge this year. and eventually some lighting and radio.

If we add such a piece what else should I be aware of about the job? I haven't done much in the way of electrical work before so if there's a guide that shows what would be different about connecting Hight Output vs. stock that would be helpful.

Thanks!