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1989 Toyota Corolla Alternator

Tiny
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  • 1989 TOYOTA COROLLA
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I know that an alternator produces AC current thats converted into DC current my question is what kind and how much AC current is an average let say old style 65 AMP alternator capable of making?
Sunday, December 14th, 2008 AT 7:06 AM

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Tiny
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I believe it would divide by 10, so 65 amps at 12 volts would be 6.5 amps at 120V.
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Saturday, December 20th, 2008 AT 9:17 AM
Tiny
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So with that said you could use one or several as a generator to run household appliances?
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Saturday, December 20th, 2008 AT 9:28 AM
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Well, yes, but you would have to convert the DC to AC, and have something to drive the alt.

Depending on how many watts you are looking for, it would probably be cheaper to buy a gas generator.
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Sunday, December 21st, 2008 AT 10:11 AM

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