Alternator Load

GMJAP: Posts: 1820; Joined: Thu Sep 02, 2004 4:24 am

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Post by GMJAP » Wed Jun 28, 2006 2:16 am

Does anyone known how much the alternator loads the engine in a typical compact or something like the Vibe? (Assuming an average stock electrical load.)I'm wondering how much HP (or mileage) could be gained if the engine wasn't running an alternator.

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