{"product_id":"high-output-alternator-for-pontiac-firebird-1994-1997-5-7l","title":"High Output Alternator for Pontiac Firebird (1994-1997) 5.7L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Output 200-Amp Alternator for 1994-1997 Pontiac Firebird (F-Body)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The High Output 200 Amp Alternator supplies stable, high-amperage charging current to the 1994-1997 Pontiac Firebird electrical system to prevent voltage drops under high electrical and ignition loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Pontiac Firebird Charging Limitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory Delco CS-series units on the \u003cstrong\u003eF-Body\u003c\/strong\u003e platform typically generate only 100 to 140 amps, which drops off sharply at idle. When subjected to underhood heat soak alongside the reverse-flow cooled \u003cstrong\u003eLT1\u003c\/strong\u003e, the factory diodes and internal regulators degrade rapidly. Adding modern electric cooling fans, secondary fuel pumps, aftermarket ignition boxes, or stereo systems forces the OE unit beyond its thermal threshold, creating voltage sags that compromise spark delivery and Optispark sensor stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered as a direct bolt-in replacement, this 200-amp unit utilizes precision heavy-gauge copper windings, premium dual-sealed bearings, and a high-efficiency rotor\/stator combination to produce substantial current even at low engine RPM. Built with a heavy-duty rectifier assembly and durable internal heatsinking, it resists high-temperature thermal saturation to maintain continuous voltage regulation. It directly replaces factory numbers including \u003cstrong\u003e10480111\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e10480203\u003c\/strong\u003e without bracket modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x 200 Amp High Output Alternator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1994-1997 Pontiac Firebird\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5.7L LT1 V8\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eF-Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e275 hp \/ 325 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e10480111, 10480203, RM1349, 8172, 321-1056, AL8573X, 10463523, 10463680, 8172-7, 8172N-7, 8172-7N, 8172N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1997 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 5.7L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1997 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GT \/ WS6 5.7L V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the F-Body Firebird?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 1994-1997 Pontiac Firebird equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eLT1 5.7L\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit 3.4L or 3.8L V6 models.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I upgrade my battery charge cable with a 200A alternator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, running a minimum 4-gauge heavy-duty power lead from the alternator B+ post directly to the battery positive terminal is required to safely manage the increased current capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Pontiac Muscle Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFourth-generation V8 platforms rely heavily on uniform voltage to maintain crisp ignition timing, peak fuel delivery, and aggressive throttle response under full-load acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67566312849656,"sku":"DS-ERW9YFKMH","price":375.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/high-output-alternator-for-pontiac-firebird-1994-1997-5-7l-1.jpg?v=1791086058","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/high-output-alternator-for-pontiac-firebird-1994-1997-5-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}