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Old 12-17-2015, 07:21 PM
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I have a 1997 Chevy Blazer that I want to run dual alts in. It is actually already setup to do this but I would like to run dual alts and keep the A/C. I need the power for my sound system, I have a guy that builds the brackets but I am curious how to install it because of the A/C lines that are on the passenger side of the engine.
 
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Old 12-18-2015, 05:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Bigbodylexus View Post
I have a 1997 Chevy Blazer that I want to run dual alts in. It is actually already setup to do this but I would like to run dual alts and keep the A/C. I need the power for my sound system, I have a guy that builds the brackets but I am curious how to install it because of the A/C lines that are on the passenger side of the engine.
Man it sounds like your gonna install 2 1000 amps ha?It`s really not neccesary to hook up 2 alternators just for a high powered stereo system.What other power sources are you running besides a high powered amp and or amps?Do you have a winch,roof rack lights?I`ve never seen or heard anyone having 2 alternators on a s10/s10 blazer before.I`ve only seen a military style Chevy Blazer/scottsdale long bed pick up that had 2 alternators.If you just have a amp to worry about..You can replace the alternator you have now,with a much more high powered alternator.You should post some pics on this matter, that way we can see what your working on.usually when you have 2 alternators, you will need to have 2 batteries also.
 

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Man it sounds like your gonna install 2 1000 amps ha?It`s really not neccesary to hook up 2 alternators just for a high powered stereo system.What other power sources are you running besides a high powered amp and or amps?Do you have a winch,roof rack lights?I`ve never seen or heard anyone having 2 alternators on a s10/s10 blazer before.I`ve only seen a military style Chevy Blazer/scottsdale long bed pick up that had 2 alternators.If you just have a amp to worry about..You can replace the alternator you have now,with a much more high powered alternator.You should post some pics on this matter, that way we can see what your working on.usually when you have 2 alternators, you will need to have 2 batteries also.
I already have a 200 amp alternator and I am going to use a lithium battery to help with the power demand. I plan on running about 14,000 watts. There is a guy that makes a bracket for the S-10 Blazer but my concern is that it mounts right next to the stock alternator and the A/C lines are right next to the stock alternator.
 
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If you have a source for a custom 2nd alternator bracket that keeps the factory AC, then they should have pictures of the setup and a description of how to install it. You might end up having to have custom AC lines made to reroute them out of the way.
 
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looks like this guy kept his a/c lines there


 
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Default 1997 Chevy Blazer w/ dual alternators

My question is: What is the part stock number for the dual alternators?
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Default 1997 Chevy Blazer w/ dual alternators

My question is: What is part number for the dual alternator belt(s)?
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