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A gear reduction starter pulls 200 amps less initial inrush current, and 50 amps less continuous current while cranking. They weight half of stock, and are 1/3 smaller in diameter and length.
If your volt gauge is out of the green with the engine running, your alternator is a POS. Pic in my...
Yep, it happened. I dropped a 2' long 1/2" drive extension between the engine block and live starter B+ stud. Oil filter started hissing, engine ground harness glowed white hot through the convolute, and then vaporized the wires inside, leaving only insulation behind. It was like a harness of...
You guys are no fun. I was liking the too many amp thing.
Given your climate, I would go buy 2 new group 31 batteries, update to a modern gear reduction starter, and be done with it. Batts are $100ea and starter can be had for about $250. Starter pulls 50 amps less current, has consistent...