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Old 01-25-2015, 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Elektri View Post

I've read of higher amperage alternators for other models of Mercedes (100 amp) which will fit a W126 car. Anyone know if those put out more amps at idle than the 80 amp alternator?

Or is a smaller alternator pulley available (which would turn faster at slower rpms)?


The AL129X which works on the 616/617s also fits the M116/117s... I have been using it on my 560 for a few years now. It is rated at 115A, stock belt works.

Yes, you can buy a 2.5" alt pulley to replace the typical stock 3". You will not find anything smaller than a 2.5" for a single v-belt. You will not overspin the alternator as the motor does not turn nearly enough RPM for that to occur.
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