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<blockquote data-quote="knukonceptz" data-source="post: 2187801" data-attributes="member: 548221"><p>Higher end DMM's can read amps, but it need the Clamp attachment. So either way you need some sort of clamp meter. Those loads would show real world output, but might not allow for maximum load. It would be a good indication of what your alternator does provide on a daily basis.</p><p></p><p>Using test tones, A/C, rear defrost and headlights, would certainly post some high draw numbers. Be sure to watch voltage too</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="knukonceptz, post: 2187801, member: 548221"] Higher end DMM's can read amps, but it need the Clamp attachment. So either way you need some sort of clamp meter. Those loads would show real world output, but might not allow for maximum load. It would be a good indication of what your alternator does provide on a daily basis. Using test tones, A/C, rear defrost and headlights, would certainly post some high draw numbers. Be sure to watch voltage too [/QUOTE]
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