{"product_id":"high-output-alternator-for-dodge-dakota-1997-1998-3-9l-5-2l","title":"High Output Alternator for Dodge Dakota (1997-1998) 3.9L 5.2L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Output 250-Amp Alternator for 1997-1998 Dodge Dakota (AN)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 250-Amp High-Output Alternator replaces the low-output factory charging unit on 1997-1998 Dodge Dakota trucks to stabilize operating voltage under heavy auxiliary electrical loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Dodge Dakota Charging Limitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory alternators on the second-generation \u003cstrong\u003eAN\u003c\/strong\u003e Dakota platform produce between 90 and 136 amps from the factory, generating less than 65 amps at curb idle. When modern accessories such as high-draw winches, auxiliary LED light bars, snow plows, or aftermarket audio systems are introduced, the factory unit suffers from severe thermal saturation. This leads to continuous battery discharge, severe system voltage drop under 12V, flickering headlights, and premature diode bridge failure caused by sustained duty cycles exceeding factory capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high current delivery, this direct-mount 250-amp charging unit features heavy-gauge copper stator windings, dual internal cooling fans, and high-efficiency press-fit rectifiers engineered to dissipate heat rapidly. Designed specifically for the \u003cstrong\u003eMagnum 3.9L V6\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMagnum 5.2L V8\u003c\/strong\u003e powerplants, it yields massive amperage gains at low RPMs to maintain a steady 14.4-volt charge profile under full accessory draw, replacing aging factory units numbered \u003cstrong\u003e56027913\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e56041394\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x 250-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;\"\u003e1997-1998 Dodge Dakota\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;\"\u003eMagnum 3.9L V6, Magnum 5.2L V8 \/ AN Chassis\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;\"\u003e3.9L: 175 hp \/ 225 lb-ft; 5.2L: 230 hp \/ 300 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;\"\u003e13742, 334-1294, AL6526N, 56027913, 56041394, AL6526X, 13742N, 121000-4171, 121000-4170, 121000-4300, 13742-250\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\u003e1997-1998 Dodge Dakota 3.9L V6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-1998 Dodge Dakota 5.2L 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 AN Dakota?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct bolt-in fit for the 1997-1998 Dodge Dakota equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eMagnum 3.9L\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMagnum 5.2L\u003c\/strong\u003e engines; it does not fit the 2.5L 4-cylinder base engine configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to upgrade my main charging cables?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, installing a high-gauge fused 1\/0 or 4-gauge battery charge lead (Big 3 upgrade) is mandatory to safely transport 250 amps without overheating the stock wiring harness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Truck Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle severe workloads, utility towing, and demanding overland conditions, this high-output upgrade delivers consistent electrical stability without voltage drops across harsh job-site operations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67566129479928,"sku":"DS-E5YCSR2HE","price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/high-output-alternator-for-dodge-dakota-1997-1998-3-9l-5-2l-1.jpg?v=1791083468","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/high-output-alternator-for-dodge-dakota-1997-1998-3-9l-5-2l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}