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What amperage of alternator do I need?

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Old 04-28-2011, 12:24 PM
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Default What amperage of alternator do I need?

Hello,
I am new to this forum. I just bought a 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 HD 2wd and I need to replace the alternator. My question is what amperage do I need to get. Autozone lists 105A and 130A alternators for this truck. Any help would be appreciated.

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Justin
 
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Old 04-28-2011, 12:32 PM
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Old 04-28-2011, 03:02 PM
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Just go with the biggest 1.
 
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Old 04-28-2011, 05:05 PM
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I second that. It's better to need it and not have it...
 
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Old 04-30-2011, 09:36 PM
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bigger is better you can run more accesories from your truck with a bigger altenator im gonna try to put two on mine but may not
 
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Bigger is better in most cases but you have to remember if the 130 amp is a bigger case size it may bolt right in but then you'll have to replace the belt too!
 
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