graham0599 Posted July 20, 2011 Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 I just bought an Audiopipe 30001D for two kicker l7 15". I also got a stinger 50 farad capacitor. I'm wondering if just getting a good battery under the hood with the cap will be enough. I'd do the big 3 if needed. Just help me out on what to do. Also what type of battery? I really don't have room anywhere for a second so that's why I need to know if the big3, good main batt, and that huge cap will be enough Quote My 350z build- http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/174424-2008-350z-build/page-2?hl=%2B350z+%2Bbuild#entry2605678 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkylarDunn Posted July 20, 2011 Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 well before you think about a battery you need to look into a high output alternator, because alternator current matters alot more than battery size, but i'd say a hc2400 under the hood would be ideal with something like a 200a alternator. Contact Excessive Amperage, they've quoted me prices lower than dc and mechman for everything, and they're just as high quality wise as everyone else : ) Quote Getting bass into the cabin of a W124 mercedes is impossible. Current setup: Temp 1999 panasonic HU rockford 300.2 for fronts rockford 200.2 for rears rockford 400.1 for sub Leaning towards a 8" in an exponential horn DAMN YOU GERMANS AND YOUR 5" SPEAKERS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That1Kid Posted July 20, 2011 Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 (edited) Lose the cap. Big 3. Good battery under hood. HO alternator. Edited July 20, 2011 by That1Kid Quote -98' Ford Expedition (Rest in Peace) -AVH-P3300BT -Crescendo BC5500 -4 18" DC m2 Level 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graham0599 Posted July 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 Lose the cap. Big 3. Good battery under hood. HO alternator. so i shouldn't use the cap? i had got it to work as nearly a second battery since its a 50 farad. I'm trying to do this as cheap as possible, i dont mind spending money on quality stuff i just would rather not have to spend much more money. Quote My 350z build- http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/174424-2008-350z-build/page-2?hl=%2B350z+%2Bbuild#entry2605678 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6berry Posted July 20, 2011 Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 Just put a small battery like a xs d375 where you were going to put that cap Quote 1999 Audi A4 1.8T::: 4 - DC Level 3 10's in a 4th order Rockford P6002 on Subs for now (3-3.5k coming eventually) MB Quart ONX4.60 for Mids and Highs Boston S50 Components in Front Boston S65 Coaxials in Rear 40 Sq Ft of Second Skin Damplifier Build Thread UBL 1948 Plymouth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graham0599 Posted July 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 where could i get a cheaper alternator? i drive a 92 dodge dakota 5.2 v8. i dont really wanna have to drop $375 Quote My 350z build- http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/174424-2008-350z-build/page-2?hl=%2B350z+%2Bbuild#entry2605678 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graham0599 Posted July 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 where could i get a cheaper alternator? i drive a 92 dodge dakota 5.2 v8. i dont really wanna have to drop $375. Quote My 350z build- http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/174424-2008-350z-build/page-2?hl=%2B350z+%2Bbuild#entry2605678 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onebadmonte Posted July 20, 2011 Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 where could i get a cheaper alternator? i drive a 92 dodge dakota 5.2 v8. i dont really wanna have to drop $375. Try the local auto parts like Napa. Trucks usually came with a HO alt option from the factory. Usually 145-200 amps. See if one is available for your truck. Quote Warhorse vs A Pair of SMDeez build Olds Cutlass Cierra IB build 2 Fi IB3 18s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylank811 Posted July 20, 2011 Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 Why do people either love or hate capacitors? Just curious. Quote 2004 Ford Mustang GTPioneer DEH-P7200HD head unitMach 460 Factory System Cadence FXA1600.2 Cadence S2W10 Cadence 4 AWG wiring Ported box, 2 cubes, 32 hertz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graham0599 Posted July 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 20, 2011 Is an alternator 100% necessary though? i got the cap thinking it would cover the power draw since its a 50 farad. i mean audiopipe sugguests a 1 farad so.... Is it really neccassary? im going to get a nice battery under the hood like an optima yellow top, xs, of kinetic. it would be the biggest i could get under the hood too Quote My 350z build- http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/174424-2008-350z-build/page-2?hl=%2B350z+%2Bbuild#entry2605678 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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