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High power alternator
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this post was submitted on 23 Jun 2023
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Also keep in mind that sitting idle with the engine running to charge off the alternator adds more wear to the engine and is also less efficient than running a generator which is designed for the task.
An engine just sitting idle isn't going to distribute oil to all it's parts well. It's also got no air flowing around it aside from what the fan provides so things are going to get hot!