X-Mozilla-Keys:                                                                                 
Ken Powell wrote:

     OK, I have learned much from the previous discussion on electrical
     systems.  However, this raises another question - assume that the
     battery will be replaced yearly:

     1.  Why not run 2 alternators with only 1 battery?  Seems that we
     might save 8 - 10 lbs.

     2.  In this case, your second alternator is your backup, not the
     battery.  Even if the battery does die, you still have 2 alternators
     to get you home.  This has a certain appeal due to the high amp loads
     that Tracy mentioned (up to 16 - 20 amps).

     3.  Note that you can get really small alternators (~35 amps) off
     Geo's and Suzuki's in the junk yard.  I think you could have a
     functioning alternator (alternator, mount and belt) for under 8 lbs.

     What am I missing here?

     Ken Powell

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