alternator

I'm running stock altenator with 2 batteries using isolator.front battery running hi amp,rear running 2 sub amps.I was thinking about going full bridge amp and replacing the 2 sub amps.Would I have enuff power to run it and should i?

Hi guys, I'm getting some alternator whine after a new head unit install and I want to try a different ground location. I am wondering if using a larger gauge wire for the ground will be helpful, or if the larger wire might actually cause even more noise. Thanks in advance!

I have an 02 Chevy Tahoe and have had the same system since I was 15. A 50 dollar power Acoustik PL-51b 300w 4CH head unit, old hand me down 600w 2 channel amp on the subs and old hand me down 600w 4 channel amp on the doors, Walmart coaxial door speakers, and 200 dollar pawn shop 150w rms...

My current inventory Alpine S2-A36F (4 channel, 60w x 4 @ 4Ω) Alpine R2-S36C (2 way, component speaker system – tweeters separates. Handles 100W RMS, 300W peak @ 4 Ω). 4 Pieces wired into 2 channels. Alpine R2-S65 (2 way, co-axials. Handles 100W RMS, 300W peak @ 4 Ω) 2 Pieces into 2 channels...

I'm curious as to how to power a 6k watt system. I want to get a alternator and, some lithium for the back. I have a new agm under the hood now. I just play music when I daily. How big of a alternator do I need and, how much lithium do I need ?

can anyone help me out i recently got a new alternator and now my voltage is dropping and not being able to run properly i know it’s because it has lower amps i found that out but is there another way i can get power to my subs without buying a better alternator i’ve heard of capacitors but im...

I'm piecing together a system for a 2009 dodge grand caravan with the 3.3l v6. I need help or recommendations for an alternator I will list what I have so far to hook up2 12 inch sundown x v3's(2000 rms each) a skar rp4500.1d amp to power them, two sets of component speakers 1 set is jl the...

Is there any way of getting out of having to upgrade my stock 160 alt to run a kicker 1800.1 amp on 2 kicker l7S 12s? Im gonna do the big 3 with 1/0 wiring. If i need a battery other than stock under the hood, what would push these and maybe a few hundred watts for dash and rollbar speakers

Which high output alternator puts out the most amps at idle? Have a jeep wrangler im about to replace the stock 160 amp so i can run 2 skar evl 12s on a skar rp3500 watt amp and another 500 watt amp for my dash and rollbar speakers. Also gonna buy an xs powe 3400 battery

Hey would you prefer more alternator power or more battery power when consider powering your system.I need 1200 ahs to power my system I plan on getting a 400 amp alternator with 800 ahs worth of battery’s. Should I get another 200 ah battery an add a dual alternator or will this be enough.

Hi my friend installed my stuff he saying it's my radio I don't think it's radio I have 2 amps a crossover noise coming from speakers and the subs, even if the car is off I can hear feed back out the speakers.

I've never seen a high end build in a Acura mdx so , I do know where to start looking for alternators. I'd like to do about 6k total.

If it’s more cost effective to get a new alt then a 2nd battery is it worth it??

So i got a high output alternator with also the big 3. My question is should I redo my gains once I get my car back?

Like my post said I'm getting the a 390 ano alternator installed tomorrow. The questions how many "big 3" sets should I run? Should I only run 1 or run 2 "big 2" sets? The rms of my system is about 5k watts. The shop quoted me 325 for one set and 750 for 2 sets installed. It's pure copper i...

So currently I have a high output alternator 320amp charging @14.8. It's charging a single bank of 40ah yinglong bank, yes it has a balancer. I habe been running this setup for 3 yrs now without ever single issue. Couple things I've noticed is it nvr gets to maybe 13.5 volts(I think I'm bassing...

I have decided to go with singer alternators for my alternator I'm getting a 390A alternator. I have not heard bad things about him and answered all the questions I have can't wait to bulid this on Christmas eve! 2 sundown Uv2 12s 4 deaf bounce Arnold 6.5 1 8k amp (not sure on the model yet) 1...

I decided to clamp my subs amp witch i was getting around 1,062 watts @32 hz 0 db. The amp is a 3500 watt amp (i know i will never get 3500 watts) but I was curious if a high output put alternator would give me better output on my amps? I just have the stock alternator with my starter battery...

Ok so I'm pretty sure my car audio system finally fried my stock alternator. I was curious what amp alternator do I need. I have 2 sundown Uv2 12s, and 4 ds18 pro zt6. One amp for the subs and one amp for the speakers. With both amps combined I'm pushing a little under 5k watts. I have an extra...

I'm running 1200 RMS Skar amp 2 SDR 12's at 1 ohm in my 2003 Regal. Just did big 3 upgrade it help the sound quality and I can turn it up more without distortion. My lights still dim . My stock alternator is 105 amps. Do I need bigger Alt?

I have a stand alone 300 amp alternator just for my system an a yellow top battery goin to 2 d4s lto 6.0 with a jp630 on a sundown salt 4k on a sundown zv5 18 an voltage still drops from 14.8 down. To 11"s

New member here with a question that's baffling me... I have a car with two amplifiers... one for the front speakers and one for the rear speakers. Power filters on everything (battery input, switched power input, head unit power, etc). Common ground point for everything right near the...

So I have a 270amp apex alt in my 15 Subaru WRX 2.0, the newer fa motor. It's got the stupid ecm controlled alt. Looking for a way to bypass it, sick of my voltage going from 14.1 at the amp to 12.1, then back up.

So I installed the kicker hs10” under seat sub last night. Btw, it’s true that once it breaks in it’s way better. Anyway, I have it all hooked up correctly and grounded it to the body directly. I have it grounded on the driver’s side floor/side cab. I also tried grounding it to the...

Have an amp that I've used in three separate vehichles now so I know it isnt the amp or atleast Im 99 percent sure. First was my truck, then my girls Camry, then my Jeep, then back in the truck. Both times I've used this amp in the truck it has a very loud and noticeable high pitched whining...

I have a 1997 Chevy C1500 OBS. Currently running Alpine ILX-W650. Audison SR-4.500 Mid/High Amp. 2 DC Audio A3 1.2KW. Pushing 4 6-1/2s 2 sets of Pro Audio Tweeters. 2 Deaf Bonce Apocolypse 10” subs under back seat. I have a X-Brand 360w alternator. 2 XS 3400 Batteries. Everything is wired with...

Hello, New member here. Intermediate knowledge, four installs under belt over last 30+ years. Sorry for long intro but I figured I would give as much info as possible. Skip to end to see question. This current install is a bit different being I'm bypassing my so-called "premium" Alpine 10...

Hello I also have a question I want to buy 160ah lto, i.e. 4 banks but I have a stock alternator of 140 a and a maximum load of 14.9 do you think it could hold a 12kw audio system 8 on bass and 4 on spekers

Hello I also have a question I want to buy 160ah lto, i.e. 4 banks but I have a stock alternator of 140 a and a maximum load of 14.9 do you think it could hold a 12kw audio system 8 on bass and 4 on spekers

I have 2 amps one for subs and the other for highs. A 360 amp alternator and when I turn the volume up 3/4 or higher my gauge cluster, climate control lights, and head light flash on and off and have no clue what's going on. It never happened before until recently please help.

I'm looking at buying a 2021 Camry SE with a 4 cylinder. I read about these newer cars with weasel alternators. How do you find out if it's a feature or not?

So finally tested my amps volts and it's staying at 13.87 volts so that means no alternator. The other thing all I'm seeing when I measure my amps output witch rn is putting out 1200 watts (i have the sundown SIA 3500D) bc of box rise so there's not much I can do with that. I'm changing the box...

I need to run 3 power and 3 grounds through the firewall for 1 amp. I was wondering if I have a 400 amp alternator and 2 batteries under the hood of my truck could I add a 3rd battery inside the truck and just run a power and ground to the 3rd battery and then run the 3 power and grounds off...

I want to run 2 resilient sounds platinum series 15s, but I have all stock electrical right now. I was looking at Js alternators but I don't know what amperage I would need and battery's too.

So I have a 2015 Subaru wrx(non sti). So I don't have the ej motor that's been used forever I have the new fa20. I'm having a hard time finding a h/o alt for it. I was gonna just do it now b4 I get everything else since my alt is starting to make grinding sounds lol. So if anyone has a lead...

Hello, I am wondering if it is alright to leave the stock wiring connected to the alternator when wiring up a bigger wire to the h/o alternator. Is electricity "smart" enough to run most of the power through the thicker cable while only running a little bit through the smaller default wiring...

I am trying to run 4k RMS to 2 12s out of an 8kW amp in a 2006-11 civic si (the 2.0L) the amps of the oem alt is around 105-110, i know im going to need electrical upgrades. Can anyone help me/ tell me how to figure out the power my alternator puts out. I assume I will probably need an extra...

I picked up a taramps smart8 and its gonna power 2 american bass HD 12"s. Setup will be going into my next car assuming its a year 2006-11 honda civic si with oem electricals. I can't figure out an answer what will provide the amp with the sufficient amount volatage to keep it running good and...

Hello I am looking to run three Skar VVX 12 dual 2 ohms. I will be using a Sundown SIA-3500D. These subs will most likely only pull 3k at the most but they will be wired to 1.33 ohms so i will definitely have enough power from my amp. I was wondering what size alternator I should get. My stock...

I have an 08 Tundra with 2- 12” L7S122 in individual Solo-Baric box. I have a kicker 1200 pushing both currently and need to add more power. Keep in mind this is my first build. My question is I need to upgrade my alternator first to a 250. What am I getting into when I do that? Just a new one...