Stock alternator/battery enough?

[sprblk]

I am running an XD 600/1 to a 10 W6v2. It was professionally installed at a reputable audio shop. It's not a demanding setup at all, but I'm new to audio and figured it couldn't hurt to ask. I drive an 08 Altima Coupe 2.5 and was wondering if my stock alternator and battery can handle this on top of the stock electrical components. The sub sounds great but I don't want my car dying on me. According to Vehix, my stock alternator capacity is 110 amps. Any precautions I should take? Should I not worry at all? Thanks for the help.

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[IonRL205 10+ year member]

You'll be fine. Just don't run your stereo for long periods of time with the car off or your battery will die.

 

[sprblk]

Thank you for the quick response! I would call the shop that did the installation, but they are closed today and the question has been eating at me haha. Say I was driving on the highway for two hours or so bumping the whole trip? Still fine? Is playing music with just the electricity on my only concern?

 

[Chriszle 10+ year member]

No worries

 

[sprblk]

I noticed pulling into my garage that my headlights dim a tiny bit when I'm hitting hard. You can't notice it against the road though. A friend of mine who has been into audio for years told me it's nothing to worry about if it's as minimal as I explained. I am however a bit of a perfectionist and would like to know if there is ANY negative to this at all. Sorry for the total noob questions and thank you for putting up with them.

 

[agarabaghi 10+ year member]

It prob dimming because your alt at idle doesn't put out 110amps. Usually the engine needs to be reving a bit (800+ rpm) for it to pump out 110amps.

You could install a second battery, but i wouldn't worry about it.