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Re: The theory of jump start.
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 7/24/1998 11 Replies

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Hi Dell. I teach that resistance controls all electrical circuits. If an alternator is "full-fielded" it will try to put out its maximum power (watts). A 60-amp alternator might be rated at 720 watts ... Login to read more.

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