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LOOKS LIKE 16 VOLTS ARE A WASTE OF TIME??
Posted on: Feb 21, 2006 - 10:57pm
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Dave, on our cars, a 12V. system ( 2 batteries) with a good alternator was an honest -.02 to -.04 faster than the 16 V ( 2 batteries). When I was having all my problems a few years ago, I tried everything. Using a digital volt meter, I found that my 12V. system with the really good East Coast alternator held over 14.5 V. all the way down the track. Granted, with the 16V. stuff, the alternator didn't charge but, the voltage fluctuated too much. I've had absolutely no problems since I switched back. I use a regular 12V. charger and don't worry about it. Hell, I was buying at least 2 Turbo Start's a year, not to mention all the crap I burned up!!
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