Do I need a new alt/ rear battery?

[Brian235]

Hey guys, I'm planning on upgrading to a 1200-1500w rms amp very soon and have a stock 110 amp alt. My mids amp is 400rms, and will likely buy a 1200 rms amp. So I will be running 1600 rms on a 110 amp alt. My battery voltage sits around 14.3 volts when idle. Do I need a new alt? if so what amperage and is a rear battery necessary? I am trying to save as much money as possible.

currently running 1200 rms with stock alt and battery and have no issues.

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[Massive spl]

Most stock system will be fine running that little of power.

Stock alt

Agm batt up front

Big 3

And u should be good to go

 

[macsdad 10+ year member]

When you do your big3, please by all means, ensure that you connections are clean. When I hooked up my system in the edge, did a much better job with clean connections, can tell a world of difference. Making sure all your connections are clean is always a good idea.

 

[Popwarhomie 5,000+ posts]

I would run a nice AGM under the hood.

 

[mylows10 5,000+ posts]

It's really defendant in your car. Some can be fine with a big 3 and good agm battery. Others no way

 

[Brian235]

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I would run a nice AGM under the hood.

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thanks for the help guys, any recommendations on 0 gauge wire for the big 3?

I will also look for an AGM battery as well very likely.

 

[big scott]

look at the knu wire. i run it.

Kolossus Fleks Kable

do the ofc.

or look up welding wire, many are using it.

 

[mylows10 5,000+ posts]

thanks for the help guys, any recommendations on 0 gauge wire for the big 3?
I will also look for an AGM battery as well very likely.

I make and sell big 3 kits. Ready to bolt on ofc is the best. But if your not gonna upgrade to more power. Cca will be fine

 

[macsdad 10+ year member]

/\/\ this!!! Mylows will take care of you dude. One of the most knowledgeable on here. He built my big3 kit. Can't go wrong with him, or his resources. S'up Jim.

 

[Brian235]

I make and sell big 3 kits. Ready to bolt on ofc is the best. But if your not gonna upgrade to more power. Cca will be fine

how much do the cca kits cost?

 

[mylows10 5,000+ posts]

how much do the cca kits cost?

$45 shipped. $65 if fused

 

[Brian235]

$45 shipped. $65 if fused

alright sounds good, I haven't done any research into big 3 yet so what exactly does this kit do for me vs using just raw cable?

 

[mylows10 5,000+ posts]

alright sounds good, I haven't done any research into big 3 yet so what exactly does this kit do for me vs using just raw cable?

It helps your cars electrical run more efficient. Larger wires battery to alt pos battery to frame. And battery to block

 

[Brian235]

It helps your cars electrical run more efficient. Larger wires battery to alt pos battery to frame. And battery to block

sorry I think I worded that wrong , I meant using just raw 0 gauge vs one of your kits

 

[mylows10 5,000+ posts]

sorry I think I worded that wrong , I meant using just raw 0 gauge vs one of your kits

If you used welding wire I'd suggest at least 2/0 to get the same size wire which could cost more considering the wire fuse block and 6 terminals And may not be as flexible but either way is fine