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I have a 2000 zx2 and there are not a lot of options for high output alternators. Mechman said he could get me a 220 amp alternator and that it would be enough to supply my planned 8000 watt rms setup if i got a couple of quality batteries in the rear. Anyone else think the 220 would be enough, or do i need to pay the big bucks for a bigger one from dc power?

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8000w will come close to 800amps of draw. after imp rise, maybe ~500amps. your car probably uses ~60amps to run. that leaves you with 160amps of alt power to power your system. with enough batteries you can keep voltage at a safe level, but it wont be any 13-14v. call up DC and get the biggest alt you can.

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Team BassickHU: Pioneer AVIC Z110Front: Peerless SLS 6.5", Peerless HDS 4", Rainbow tweeter - running activeAmp: JL HD600/4 and DC 4 channel (bridged to midbass)Processor: JBL MS-8Subs: 2x 12" AA MayhemsAmp: DC 3kElectrical: DC power 270xp alt. 1/0 big 4. XSpower D3400 and six D680s.

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Yeah. im pretty sure they dont warranty retarded people.

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I went with mechman for my 270 and that will be just enough for 5k so your prolly gonna need a big battery bank or dual alt setup, what car is this running in

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8000w will come close to 800amps of draw. after imp rise, maybe ~500amps. your car probably uses ~60amps to run. that leaves you with 160amps of alt power to power your system. with enough batteries you can keep voltage at a safe level, but it wont be any 13-14v. call up DC and get the biggest alt you can.

I'd love to have the 390 amp they make for my car, but its not in my budget right now at over $1,100. They do have a 270 amp that still does 200 amps at idle, and that one costs over $600(might end up with that one for now)

Its going in the car in my sig. 2000 ford escort ZX2

2000 zx2: Rebuild with 8 12s on a 10k underway!!

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ya, that 390 is badass but its out of most peoples budget. the 270 is great though. i have one. i would say to get that and 3 group 31 batteries. more if you can afford it.

If I answered you in a well mannered, informative way, you asked a good question or had a good attitude. If I was an asshole, you asked a stupid question or you had a fucktard attitude... or I was in a bad mood.

Team BassickHU: Pioneer AVIC Z110Front: Peerless SLS 6.5", Peerless HDS 4", Rainbow tweeter - running activeAmp: JL HD600/4 and DC 4 channel (bridged to midbass)Processor: JBL MS-8Subs: 2x 12" AA MayhemsAmp: DC 3kElectrical: DC power 270xp alt. 1/0 big 4. XSpower D3400 and six D680s.

http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/121795-29-update-the-buick-is-getting-a-rebuild/

Top career scores: DBdrag 151.7 MECA SQ 82.25My SOTM build

Yeah. im pretty sure they dont warranty retarded people.

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Yeah i got a 270 for the murano for 550, i went to mechman with dc's quote wondeting uf he could beat it lol

system:

changes way to much...

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ya, that 390 is badass but its out of most peoples budget. the 270 is great though. i have one. i would say to get that and 3 group 31 batteries. more if you can afford it.

OK thanks

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