alternator

[Tom Broome]

Originally Posted by Bob Mulry

I had to go check my rulebook to make sure that I haven't been reading it wrong for the last 40 years....

Section 11A Page 4 2018 NHRA rulebook

FAN, GENERATOR, WATER PUMP
Alternator or generator must be engine-driven and functioning.
Belt must be tight enough to drive equipment in a satisfactory
manner without excessive or noticeable slippage. May be
relocated. Aftermarket pulleys permitted. Electrically driven fans
and water pumps permitted. Water pump must bolt on, with no
modifications to block. Use of “smog pump” or air pump for
crankcase evacuation
prohibited.

Yep that alternator functions. Want to check it at WOT? Sure.....stand really close right there!