Electrical System: Alternator

1984 Pontiac Firebird Base, 5.0 H, AutomaticSECTION Alternator
ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) Field Current Draw @ 12 Volts Rated Amps
Standard & Optional
10SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 42
10SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 63
12SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 56
12SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 66
12SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 78
15SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 70
15SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 85
27SI 4.0-4.5 Amps 100
(1) Application may use any alternator listed, depending on optional equipment.
RENDER: 1.0x

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