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PARTSCHEV
04-07-2020, 09:31 PM
my 1967 chevelle has a 42 amp alternator on it now.
i need to replace the alternator and i have a spare 55 amp unit.
does anyone know if i will have any problems with this swap?

327 v8, auto trans, no ac

thanks, mark

ps- hope all is well with everyone out there. and stay safe.

mestorod70
04-09-2020, 11:39 AM
If you are going with any kind of sound system or amp
or even modern headlamps etc
you should look at at least 100 amp altenator