Q: I need to buy an alternator today. Mine had to much wattage due to my new sub and amp. How do I know what alternator to buy? 2003 Chevrolet Suburban 1500

asked by on March 05, 2017

Hi Im brittany, i am needing to buy a alternator mine has went out . Due to having recently put in a new amp and sub system. I was told that sent to much watts to my alternator. Im not sure which kind to get ?
My car has an automatic transmission.

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