alternator

Choosing the best alternator for your application is a lot like picking the right camshaft—not only does it need to support the power goals (electrical draw) that you’re planning for, […]

If you’re shopping for the best alternator for your specific engine application, you might come across a spec called alternator offset—and it’s something that you absolutely must be familiar with […]

I’m in the process of swapping a 383ci small-block into my V6-powered 1981 Malibu. The swap is going well but I’ve run into a small electrical connection problem. The old […]

Q. I recently installed an aftermarket USB port with a digital voltage display in my newer Ford truck. I noticed my battery voltage varies significantly, between 12.9 and 14.1 volts, […]

Q: I was driving my 1995 F-350 when the truck suddenly went completely dead. I coasted to a stop, opened the hood, and saw that the alternator charge wire was […]

I did a LS2 swap in my ‘54 Belair. The engine came from an ‘05 GTO. It has a modest stereo system operating on a 10-amp fuse. It has a 16-inch […]

There are some vehicle functions we can probably live without. A properly working charging system isn’t one of them. Among the various common charging system problems you might encounter, one is […]

It’s one of the most-searched automotive questions on the internet. It’s also one of the most-common reader questions we get here at OnAllCylinders. “Why won’t my battery hold a charge?” […]