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I have a '97 Grand Prix and just ordered one of these for $21.99. ( I got the stage 2 that raises voltage by 1.2 volts).

I will keep yall posted on how it works...

http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/products1.php?id=517&catid=107

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I have a '97 Grand Prix and just ordered one of these for $21.99. ( I got the stage 2 that raises voltage by 1.2 volts).

I will keep yall posted on how it works...

http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/products1.php?id=517&catid=107

http://www.zzperformance.com/products_img/517_1.jpg

You will see its EXACTLY what I did. They just made it plug n play. Now that its hot out though I notice my mod not working as well. The alt turns itself down when its hot.

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from looking at all the diagrams it looks like the white wire is your sense wire for your alt. DO AT YOUR OWN RISK. i am not responsible for anything that you do to your vehicle. just trying to help out if people understand the chance there taking. it could be good results or could mess something up. i will be going today to get my diodes and maybe ill have it in also. gonna try and make an adjustable one to see how it works. ill report back later with my results

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you think you can look up a 98 dodge ram 5.2l the alternator has a external regulator? im wondering what wire is the sense wire. not to sure if this has been done with dodge car since alot of them have a external regulator. thanks any help would be nice

if i remember right that has a ecu controlled but there is a after market exsternal volt reg you can adjust it to where you want it

thanks I know that mla makes one but its really expensive. mechman told me that they dont make one for my truck but they do make a voltage regulator with there alternator for 500 bucks way to much for me. just wanted to see if this diode thing would work for my truck. any other inputs will be greatly appropriated

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I have a '97 Grand Prix and just ordered one of these for $21.99. ( I got the stage 2 that raises voltage by 1.2 volts).

I will keep yall posted on how it works...

http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/products1.php?id=517&catid=107

http://www.zzperformance.com/products_img/517_1.jpg

does this thing work

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please find the post you made cuz i would prefer an adjustable one.

splkid let me know what honda you have so i can get your wiring diagram and ill help you out if i can

95 Acura integra. I put a switch in to cut the Ecu's control over the Alt when I compete. But I still only charge a 14.4 anything to raise honda/Acura voltage this year?

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I have a rebuilt alt. to 220, I am looking for a volt meter, like a stinger, etc...

I am waiting for my SMD to get here and still looking for enuf batts. for my SAZ3500D...

This takes the guesswork out of the diode thing and I'm sure it does give you the increase they advertise.

The volt drop does depend on the alt, load, and the battery bank you have to back it up, etc....

Pontiac Grand Prix GT
400a Mean Machine alt.

EIGHT DD 12''s on a DDz2
DD vo 8''s,6''s,5.25''s&tweets
Norfolk, VA
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I got it, plugged it in and got 14.9v for $22 in 30 seconds. Like I said, I don't have my amp in to check out the drop, I do need a batt. bank, (and still waiting on the SMD). But for the price, it's worth it! All you '97-'04 Grand Prix owners, check it out!

http://www.zzperformance.com/grand_prix/products1.php?id=517&catid=107

Pontiac Grand Prix GT
400a Mean Machine alt.

EIGHT DD 12''s on a DDz2
DD vo 8''s,6''s,5.25''s&tweets
Norfolk, VA
http://www.youtube.c...ser/ovnorfolkva
https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSPLSpot/473815915987218/?notif_t=group_activity#!/chrishova
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  • 11 months later...

Has anyone used this method to bump charging into the mid to high 16v range (16.5-16.8 charging voltage)?

CURRENT SYSTEM:

  • Alternator:
    1. Stock alt on mids/highs
    2. Isolated DC Power 270 SP - Charging @ 16.8v
  • Batteries: (2) XS D1400s
  • Power Cable: Double Runs of 1/0 KNU Kolossus Fleks
  • Headunit: 80-PRS
  • Sub Amp: DC 5.0k
  • Subwoofers: 2 RE MT 15s /PSI dual .7ohm recones
  • Subwoofer Enclosure: 9.1cubes @ 32hz - brutal.
  • Mids & Highs Amp: CT125.4
  • Active Components:
    • Mids RE XXX 6.5c
    • Highs - 3 RE XXX tweeters per side(A pillar)
  • Noise Control: Damplifier Pro all over the cab.

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