basshead5280 Posted November 6, 2012 Report Posted November 6, 2012 So I just installed my volt meter today and I realized that I can't get over 14v. I sit at 13.8 at idle and the lowest ill drop is 13.3. I have a good battery. I think it's duralast gold 1000ca but I couldnt find my battery charger to charge it. Could that be it? Does it need to be charged? Or do I need a voltage regulator? I have a 117 amp alt. it's a 1999 dodge durango 5.9 1999 Durango Current 2 15" DC level 3 15s kenwood HU Cresendo bc2000 Big 3 upgrade Sky high car audio wire Coming soon Cresendo c1100.4 double din New Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/168661-99-durango-dc-audio-package-in-and-box-almost-done/?p=2464991 Clean Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/171619-dc-audio-durango-clean-build/
graham0599 Posted November 6, 2012 Report Posted November 6, 2012 I think that model's voltage is computer regulated. Mine is a 1992 dodge and when it's warm it is only 13.9-14.0. My 350z build- http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/174424-2008-350z-build/page-2?hl=%2B350z+%2Bbuild#entry2605678
HatersGonnaHate Posted November 6, 2012 Report Posted November 6, 2012 What kind of volt meter? Also: Did you compare the voltage on the volt meter with the voltage at the battery with a DMM? My name is AdamThis is my Civic Build.7" Samsung Tab 2Kenwood KDC-X896Clarion EQS746Sundown X-15DC 3.5k @2ohmHatersGonnaHate's 02 Civic UBLELD Bypass for Honda Civic/Accord/FitDon's Jeep Grand Cherokee Rebuild N8ball2013 - i think you'd stick your dick in a blender if it told you it was 40 wtih two kids your age. lol srp365 - If posting were picking up bitches, I'd be going home single tonight looks like tony montana sneezed in your car.
basshead5280 Posted November 6, 2012 Author Report Posted November 6, 2012 What kind of volt meter? Also: Did you compare the voltage on the volt meter with the voltage at the battery with a DMM? Just a cheapie from eBay. It's wired directly to the amp 1999 Durango Current 2 15" DC level 3 15s kenwood HU Cresendo bc2000 Big 3 upgrade Sky high car audio wire Coming soon Cresendo c1100.4 double din New Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/168661-99-durango-dc-audio-package-in-and-box-almost-done/?p=2464991 Clean Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/171619-dc-audio-durango-clean-build/
HatersGonnaHate Posted November 6, 2012 Report Posted November 6, 2012 Did you check the voltage going into the amp from the battery with a DMM? Probably got the same voltmeter I did, and it has two, really really small screws on the back of it to adjust the voltage. If you measure with a DMM and it's different than the voltage on the voltmeter, then adjust it til it's reading properly. My name is AdamThis is my Civic Build.7" Samsung Tab 2Kenwood KDC-X896Clarion EQS746Sundown X-15DC 3.5k @2ohmHatersGonnaHate's 02 Civic UBLELD Bypass for Honda Civic/Accord/FitDon's Jeep Grand Cherokee Rebuild N8ball2013 - i think you'd stick your dick in a blender if it told you it was 40 wtih two kids your age. lol srp365 - If posting were picking up bitches, I'd be going home single tonight looks like tony montana sneezed in your car.
basshead5280 Posted November 6, 2012 Author Report Posted November 6, 2012 Did you check the voltage going into the amp from the battery with a DMM? Probably got the same voltmeter I did, and it has two, really really small screws on the back of it to adjust the voltage. If you measure with a DMM and it's different than the voltage on the voltmeter, then adjust it til it's reading properly. I used a DMM both at the amp and the battery and it's still the same :/ 1999 Durango Current 2 15" DC level 3 15s kenwood HU Cresendo bc2000 Big 3 upgrade Sky high car audio wire Coming soon Cresendo c1100.4 double din New Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/168661-99-durango-dc-audio-package-in-and-box-almost-done/?p=2464991 Clean Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/171619-dc-audio-durango-clean-build/
HatersGonnaHate Posted November 6, 2012 Report Posted November 6, 2012 Shit. Then it sounds like you need to beef up your electrical Since you've already got the big 3, next on the list is gonna be an alternator and/or a battery. Battery being the cheaper and quicker route. My name is AdamThis is my Civic Build.7" Samsung Tab 2Kenwood KDC-X896Clarion EQS746Sundown X-15DC 3.5k @2ohmHatersGonnaHate's 02 Civic UBLELD Bypass for Honda Civic/Accord/FitDon's Jeep Grand Cherokee Rebuild N8ball2013 - i think you'd stick your dick in a blender if it told you it was 40 wtih two kids your age. lol srp365 - If posting were picking up bitches, I'd be going home single tonight looks like tony montana sneezed in your car.
basshead5280 Posted November 6, 2012 Author Report Posted November 6, 2012 Shit. Then it sounds like you need to beef up your electrical Since you've already got the big 3, next on the list is gonna be an alternator and/or a battery. Battery being the cheaper and quicker route. Ya that's what my plan is. I know I need a better battery and alt. especially when I get the 4 channel! 1999 Durango Current 2 15" DC level 3 15s kenwood HU Cresendo bc2000 Big 3 upgrade Sky high car audio wire Coming soon Cresendo c1100.4 double din New Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/168661-99-durango-dc-audio-package-in-and-box-almost-done/?p=2464991 Clean Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/171619-dc-audio-durango-clean-build/
HatersGonnaHate Posted November 6, 2012 Report Posted November 6, 2012 Start price shopping or hitting up the for sale thread!! My name is AdamThis is my Civic Build.7" Samsung Tab 2Kenwood KDC-X896Clarion EQS746Sundown X-15DC 3.5k @2ohmHatersGonnaHate's 02 Civic UBLELD Bypass for Honda Civic/Accord/FitDon's Jeep Grand Cherokee Rebuild N8ball2013 - i think you'd stick your dick in a blender if it told you it was 40 wtih two kids your age. lol srp365 - If posting were picking up bitches, I'd be going home single tonight looks like tony montana sneezed in your car.
basshead5280 Posted November 6, 2012 Author Report Posted November 6, 2012 Start price shopping or hitting up the for sale thread!! Already have been! 1999 Durango Current 2 15" DC level 3 15s kenwood HU Cresendo bc2000 Big 3 upgrade Sky high car audio wire Coming soon Cresendo c1100.4 double din New Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/168661-99-durango-dc-audio-package-in-and-box-almost-done/?p=2464991 Clean Build log http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/171619-dc-audio-durango-clean-build/
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