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Subject:Re: Alternator upgrade note
From:John Connolly
Date:Sat, 29 Jan 2005 11:47:32 -0700

I should point out that a battery is a load to an alternator. Adding
additional batteries increases the load (and drag) on the engine, even if
they are fully charged. A fully charged battery is a significant load to the
alternator.

John
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