16 Volt Battery ?

[68camaroSS]

Originally Posted by SmBlkFord

I have read all the threads on here about a 16 volt system.would like to skip the alternator. Is it really necessary to run one?I charge bettween rounds and run electric fan,water and fuel pump and also an egt. There are so many mixed reviews about this not sure which way to go?After all I would not think your battery voltage would drop past 12 volts after a run?

A lot of guys praise the 16 volt system. Guess it is a matter of personal preference. I tried the 16V but went back to the 12v with an alternator, like it much better. Have batteries fully charged on race day, no charging required between rounds, no hassles. I run 100 amp alternator and two 1000cca 12v batteries for the extra weight in the trunk. Have a racepak that I closely monitor the voltage each round and never an issue. course it never hurts to maintenance charge to keep batteries at 100% regardless of type of battery.