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I recently just sold the first system I ever had. It was only pushing 400 rms from my subs and a 500 rms amp. I never had any problems such as light dimming or anything like that. The last vehicle they were in, my current vehicle, is a 1997 Chevy 1500. I'm just curious if the alternator in this vehicle would be able to handle a single 1000 watt rms sub and a similar watt amp to power it? Any help would be great.

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I recently just sold the first system I ever had. It was only pushing 400 rms from my subs and a 500 rms amp. I never had any problems such as light dimming or anything like that. The last vehicle they were in, my current vehicle, is a 1997 Chevy 1500. I'm just curious if the alternator in this vehicle would be able to handle a single 1000 watt rms sub and a similar watt amp to power it? Any help would be great.

you shouldnt have an issue depending on your amp id always recommend a second battery.

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would that amp work...sure. are there better options...absolutely. be sure to do your big first though and welcome to SMD!! Read up, lots of good info in this community.

CURRENT SYSTEM:

  • Alternator:
    1. Stock alt on mids/highs
    2. Isolated DC Power 270 SP - Charging @ 16.8v
  • Batteries: (2) XS D1400s
  • Power Cable: Double Runs of 1/0 KNU Kolossus Fleks
  • Headunit: 80-PRS
  • Sub Amp: DC 5.0k
  • Subwoofers: 2 RE MT 15s /PSI dual .7ohm recones
  • Subwoofer Enclosure: 9.1cubes @ 32hz - brutal.
  • Mids & Highs Amp: CT125.4
  • Active Components:
    • Mids RE XXX 6.5c
    • Highs - 3 RE XXX tweeters per side(A pillar)
  • Noise Control: Damplifier Pro all over the cab.

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