{"product_id":"high-output-alternator-for-dodge-ram-2500-ram-3500-1997-1998-5-9l","title":"High Output Alternator for Dodge Ram 2500 Ram 3500 (1997-1998) 5.9L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Output 250A Alternator for 1997-1998 Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500 (BR\/BE)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 250 Amp High Output Alternator replaces the factory charging unit on 1997-1998 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks to provide superior electrical reserve, preventing critical voltage drop under heavy auxiliary loads and idle conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500 Charging Limitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory alternators on second-generation \u003cstrong\u003eBR\/BE\u003c\/strong\u003e platform trucks typically max out between 120 and 136 amps. When operating demanding equipment—such as commercial snowplows, high-draw winches, auxiliary lighting, or dual-battery systems—the stock unit suffers from internal heat soak, core saturation, and diode breakdown. During prolonged low-RPM idle, OEM units fail to deliver adequate current, draining the battery reserve, compromising ignition voltage, and straining the entire factory electrical harness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for sustained heavy-duty operation, this 250-amp alternator integrates heavy-gauge hairpin-wound copper stators, an oversized rotor assembly, and heavy-duty avalanche rectifiers designed to resist thermal degradation. Built in the USA, it provides exceptional amperage output at both low idle and peak operational RPMs. The precision-machined housing ensures optimized convective cooling, directly interchanging with OEM mounting brackets for seamless bolt-on fitment without custom bracket fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x 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 Ram 2500, Ram 3500\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\u003e5.9L Magnum \/ 5.9L Cummins\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eBR\/BE\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;\"\u003e215-230 hp \/ 330-440 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;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e334-1846\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e334-1957\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e334-1959\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e334-1960\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e334-1962\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e334-1967\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAL6510N\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAL6510X\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e56005686\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e10463809\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e10463828\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e10463830\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e10463831\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e10463833\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e10463836\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e12100-4122\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e121000-4122\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e210-0388\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e210-0126\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e13746-250A\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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 Ram 2500 5.9L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997-1998 Dodge Ram 3500 5.9L\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 BR\/BE Ram 2500, Ram 3500?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct bolt-in fit for 1997-1998 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty trucks equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e5.9L\u003c\/strong\u003e engine platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I upgrade the main charging cable when installing a 250-amp alternator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, we strongly recommend performing a \"Big 3\" electrical upgrade using a 0-gauge or 4-gauge fused charging lead directly from the alternator output stud to the battery positive terminal to handle the higher amperage safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Heavy-Duty Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to match the rigorous demands of commercial hauling, remote job sites, and heavy towing, this charging system delivers the rugged electrical stability necessary to keep second-generation Ram workhorses operating at peak performance under the harshest conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67565912293624,"sku":"DS-EMZ0RUCBQ","price":236.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/high-output-alternator-for-dodge-ram-2500-ram-3500-1997-1998-5-9l-1.jpg?v=1791078686","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/high-output-alternator-for-dodge-ram-2500-ram-3500-1997-1998-5-9l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}