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Looking to install some subs in my Chevy Avalanche. So here's what I'm looking at: SQ number 1 priority Stock Electrical Up to $200 per Sub Listen to mostly Rock and Heavy Metal 10's or 12's in one of the following boxes: Four 10's - 02-2016 Avalanche / Cadillac EXT Pro-poly 4x10''...

Thanks for the input. So if the amp can manage 1500-1700, that would be anywhere from 75-141 watts over rms across all 3 subs. The subs should be able to manage this if gains are set accordingly, correct?

I know you want to try and match RMS ratings of both. However here is my scenario: I have 3 8-ohm subs rated at 425rms. I would like an amp that can push close to the 1275 rms at my 2.67 Ohm rating. Problem is all amp specs show 4, 2 and 1 Ohm ratings. Taking this plus typical voltage drop...

I can't compare to other amps but it's been running under it's 4-Ohm limit for years. I'm sure at some point it will go but I think it's a testiment to build quality back in the days.

I thought I would share a few pics of my car audio in my '04 Escalade. I have a wife and 2 kids so primary goal was to put something in the back that would fit behind 3rd row seats. I had these subs and amp in my standard cab PU from highschool. I custom made the box with 3/4" MDF, Vinyl and...

3 10" 8-Ohm Kicker Solo-Barics

RF 800a2 amp under driver side rear seat

RF 800a2 under driver side rear seat.

Yes. The batter would be connected to the alt.

I orginally posted about adding a second battery to my vehicle. I was going to use it with my standard battery under the hood. However after further readings it sounds as though it may be better to run the amp off of the 2nd batter only (not wired in with existing battery). I have a simple...

I can't say for sure. I bought the Escalade used last summer. Battery is a Duralast. Is that a typical battery that Cadillac uses or is that even relevant (do they change batteries frequently???). I will do the big 3 first. My goal is to slowly upgrade over time. I don't want to drop a...

Interesting, I did not know this. Do people just use typical 1/0 gauge audio cable for the Big 3 upgrade? From what I've read, I would just be adding this to the existing power/ground cables. I would love to get a class D amp. To be honest I've been using this amp for 10+ years pushing 3...

Big 3 sounds easy enough. I will start with that and go from there. The amp is an old school RF 800a2 bridged mono. It has been in 2 different vehicles and has no problems dimming lights on either one. Jeff

I'm running a 2004 Escalade w/stock electrical. I have a 1000RMS amp. My lights dim at idle and volume cranked up. I have a nice clean setup with the amp under driver side second row seat (I have captains chairs for middle row). I've read that a second battery is a good upgrade. I'm wanting...

Here's what I got. 3 old 8-ohm 10" kicker solobarics. I bought these back in my highschool days so I know they are around 13 yrs old. Still sound great but as always looking for more bass. Here are my requirements. 1) Want to keep good SQ 2) Must work well in sealed 0.66ft^3 enclosure 3)...