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Originally Posted by chris_flies
Well, maybe. Our cars have a dynamic charging system, an early regenerative braking. When accelerating, a clutch on the alternator pulley disengages, reducing parasitic loses, and giving you more accessible power. When decelerating, the clutch engages, increasing drag, and boosting engine braking while charging the battery. It's a great idea, but some people have had issues with noise.
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Good info. I'll probably wait for a month or so. The belt looks visibly okay.