How do I know which amount of amps to choose when selecting an alternator for my car?

Asked by DiamaLion Oct 22, 2015 at 03:23 PM about the 2001 Volkswagen Beetle GLS 2.0

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go by the one in the car. The size of hte engine and the acessorys play a part. Most part web sites will bring up the right modal alternator for the engine you pick.

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