Kg2000 Posted October 21, 2021 Report Share Posted October 21, 2021 Hi there, I wanted to get opinions on whether I should run the powerus 13.5k or 8k. I have 80ah lifepo4 and mechman 400a. I realize 80ah isn't the greatest to run the 13k but I'll be wired up to 1.3 ohms on my subs subs I'm not sure if the 8k will be putting out enough power after rise. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dafaseles Posted October 21, 2021 Report Share Posted October 21, 2021 80 ah of lithium should run a 13k. I would say, if you're pushing 12 15's, yeah, that 13k would do nice, but if you've got a single 8", the 13k might be a bit much. 2011 Chevy Silverado under construction My build log here. Check it out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyblack76 Posted October 21, 2021 Report Share Posted October 21, 2021 How manu subs? Doubtful you need even the 8k. But, what's the rest of the gear? Running 8 or 13k to one driver? Or ???? How about more info. SMD SUPER SELLER The Burban Build Blazer Build sold Acura trunk build sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyblack76 Posted October 21, 2021 Report Share Posted October 21, 2021 Also, that 400amp mechman will only do that at full rev, so, are you competing? Or just driving around banging? Also, can i see pics of alt and the single 80ah lifpo? SMD SUPER SELLER The Burban Build Blazer Build sold Acura trunk build sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kg2000 Posted October 22, 2021 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2021 13 hours ago, Kyblack76 said: How manu subs? Doubtful you need even the 8k. But, what's the rest of the gear? Running 8 or 13k to one driver? Or ???? How about more info. I'll be running the 13.5k to three sundown x15s wired to 1.33 ohms. No competitions or burps, just daily driver bangin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowDrifter Posted October 22, 2021 Report Share Posted October 22, 2021 Your terminations give me anxiety...... More amp overhead is always good. But... There's 2 things to be mindful of with it. 1. You need to be very careful with volume and gain so you don't push into mechanical limits. 2. There's a cost argument. With that said... I've wired an 8k to a kicker comp back in the day. Never ran into an issue, but I was careful with it. Can push equipment pretty hard with a clean signal, but there will also be no forgiveness if your fingers slip on the volume. ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kg2000 Posted October 22, 2021 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2021 1 hour ago, SnowDrifter said: Your terminations give me anxiety...... More amp overhead is always good. But... There's 2 things to be mindful of with it. 1. You need to be very careful with volume and gain so you don't push into mechanical limits. 2. There's a cost argument. With that said... I've wired an 8k to a kicker comp back in the day. Never ran into an issue, but I was careful with it. Can push equipment pretty hard with a clean signal, but there will also be no forgiveness if your fingers slip on the volume. For sure. And terminations on the alt side? The grounds have wire furreles on them and are crushed down pretty well with all strands inside and the tape on the battery is just to cover up the lugs themselves. I would also be using a dd1 so I would keep the amp turned down so it wouldn't be anywhere near clipping. Also I can get the 13.5k for about $300 more than the 8k.. decisions decisions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowDrifter Posted October 22, 2021 Report Share Posted October 22, 2021 All of them Alt isn't weather sealed. Bare wire under the hood is a nono And I know a bench vice crimp when I see one Get the 8k take the cash you saved, go on ebay, and get a $60 hydraulic crimper. Or a torch and some solder. The connections you ave right now won't hold in the long run. tl;dr - good terminations are gas tight. Either they're soldered and impermeable. Or crimped so hard the metal cold welds to itself. You should be able to tow a car with your terminations - because they're one material. Not held in place by squeezing something and hoping for the best. Cut open a good crimp, and it'll just be a solid block of copper ~~~~~~~~SAY NO TO PHOTOBUCKET~~~~~~~~ Snow's DD-1 tracks here: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/167433-snows-dd-1-tracks/ My take on OFC vs CCA: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/110381-things-that-piss-you-off-in-the-car-audio-world/?do=findComment&comment=2461444 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kg2000 Posted October 22, 2021 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2021 1 hour ago, SnowDrifter said: All of them Alt isn't weather sealed. Bare wire under the hood is a nono And I know a bench vice crimp when I see one Get the 8k take the cash you saved, go on ebay, and get a $60 hydraulic crimper. Or a torch and some solder. The connections you ave right now won't hold in the long run. tl;dr - good terminations are gas tight. Either they're soldered and impermeable. Or crimped so hard the metal cold welds to itself. You should be able to tow a car with your terminations - because they're one material. Not held in place by squeezing something and hoping for the best. Cut open a good crimp, and it'll just be a solid block of copper I did use a crimper but I see what you mean, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyblack76 Posted November 3, 2021 Report Share Posted November 3, 2021 On 10/22/2021 at 5:31 AM, Kg2000 said: I'll be running the 13.5k to three sundown x15s wired to 1.33 ohms. No competitions or burps, just daily driver bangin Wired at 1.3, ya, youll be way fine. You might, see half the power on music. I bet not even that. Also, im with homeboy above, your connections,.. uh, spend more time on. Enjoy. SMD SUPER SELLER The Burban Build Blazer Build sold Acura trunk build sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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