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Old 04-18-2015, 12:10 AM   #13
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Originally Posted by Drakelee117 View Post
For the battery to charge, should I just keep the car running or do I need to run it at certain speed?
For most Denso alternators like ours I've seen, 2,200rpm+ provides maximum output. Idling won't cut it and become a net negative drain.
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