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  1. OK......So currently running the following setup in my 2013 Ram 1500 Crew Cab:

    1 each RF T2 13"
    Custom ported box
    1 each RF T2500CP
    1 each JL VX800
    4each BLAM 6.5 signature series
    2 each BLAM 3.5 Signature series
    4 each BLAM 1.1" tweeters
    370AMP Mechman Alt
    1 each Interstate MTX-94R/ H7 AGM battery

    I was playing my system the other day at a stop light and noticed some dimming. That was a first. I didnt think that I would have that issue given my BIG 3 setup. That being said, I decided to install a second battery to avoid this from happening again. I bought a second battery (same as the one under my hood) and the 1/0 cable and fuses. I'm getting various suggestions as to how to wire it up. Ive heard that I dont need an isolator since i'm running the same exact batteries. Also been told that I dont need to wire the second battery direct to the alternator. Just run a fused 1/0 cable from the first battery to the second battery. I'm wanting to run the amp and DSP off of the second battery only. If that is the correct way to go. All that being said. I would greatly appreciate some clarity on this. Thanks.

    1. Joe X

      Joe X

      I would place the isolator if you like playing the with the car off to prevent the starting battery to deplete.

       

      If you only play with the car on do not use any isolator, not necessary in your case, but you need a fuse in each end of the cabe instead of just one in the front battery.

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  2. OK......So currently running the following setup in my 2013 Ram 1500 Crew Cab:

    1 each RF T2 13"
    Custom ported box
    1 each RF T2500CP
    1 each JL VX800
    4each BLAM 6.5 signature series
    2 each BLAM 3.5 Signature series
    4 each BLAM 1.1" tweeters
    370AMP Mechman Alt
    1 each Interstate MTX-94R/ H7 AGM battery

    I was playing my system the other day at a stop light and noticed some dimming. That was a first. I didnt think that I would have that issue given my BIG 3 setup. That being said, I decided to install a second battery to avoid this from happening again. I bought a second battery (same as the one under my hood) and the 1/0 cable and fuses. I'm getting various suggestions as to how to wire it up. Ive heard that I dont need an isolator since i'm running the same exact batteries. Also been told that I dont need to wire the second battery direct to the alternator. Just run a fused 1/0 cable from the first battery to the second battery. I'm wanting to run the amp and DSP off of the second battery only. If that is the correct way to go. All that being said. I would greatly appreciate some clarity on this. Thanks.

    1. Joe X

      Joe X

      you can also ground your amps directly to battery/

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  3. OK......So currently running the following setup in my 2013 Ram 1500 Crew Cab:

    1 each RF T2 13"
    Custom ported box
    1 each RF T2500CP
    1 each JL VX800
    4each BLAM 6.5 signature series
    2 each BLAM 3.5 Signature series
    4 each BLAM 1.1" tweeters
    370AMP Mechman Alt
    1 each Interstate MTX-94R/ H7 AGM battery

    I was playing my system the other day at a stop light and noticed some dimming. That was a first. I didnt think that I would have that issue given my BIG 3 setup. That being said, I decided to install a second battery to avoid this from happening again. I bought a second battery (same as the one under my hood) and the 1/0 cable and fuses. I'm getting various suggestions as to how to wire it up. Ive heard that I dont need an isolator since i'm running the same exact batteries. Also been told that I dont need to wire the second battery direct to the alternator. Just run a fused 1/0 cable from the first battery to the second battery. I'm wanting to run the amp and DSP off of the second battery only. If that is the correct way to go. All that being said. I would greatly appreciate some clarity on this. Thanks.

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      Joe X

      Do a big 3 upgrade if you are missing that.

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  4. Can you run 4ch amp at different Ω loads? (ch1/ch2 @2Ω) (ch3/ch4 @8Ω)

    1. Joe X

      Joe X

      Yes you can, to get more answers post in the amps forum.

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  5. what up fam . new to this forum . glad to be here . doing a monstr build in my burban with 4 18s . may need a few tips and anything i can add to you guys i will

     

    1. Joe X

      Joe X

      Hi, welcome, you can start a build log here:

       

      https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/forum/13-member-rides-builds-show-off-your-whip-show-off-your-system/

       

      Post pics of what you are working with to get suggestions as you progress. Also there are many builds over there you can learn from.

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  6. Which amp would you want to run if you wanted to do 4 B2 10s? I’m looking into 4 10s for my explorer build. 

    1. Joe X

      Joe X

      B2 audio 10s come in different series so it depends on which, also I suggest to post the question in in the amplifiers or subs/enclosures forums.

  7. HELP PLEASE!!! THANK YOU IN ADVANCE...

     

    I have (1) 15" Orion HCCA sub. It literally blows my boxes apart, and or flexes them so hard the wood just splits. I'm not talking prefab either. This was before the subwoofer blew. Now the sub has been completely rebuilt to over spec. Just ran across a local guy that has a Gately dual 12" 4 cube, subs up-port back box. Was thinking of getting it and putting a single 15" face plate on it. I love the Gately boxes, I'm just not in a position to spend $700 for the exact one at the moment. Any thoughts, opinions, advice etc would be greatly appreciated. 

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    1. Joe X

      Joe X

      Port area may not match even if you were willing to pay that much for a box only to modify it, you have to review your building materials and methods, improper wood or it's thickness, bad glue, improperly cut wood, lack of bracing or improper bracing can all lead to such damage, ask in the subs/enclosures section for further help. Its' not even hard to learn.

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