The Performer Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 Hey guys, I got a question maybe some of you guys will know better than me. I've always had my cap connected in with the stereo like this: But I was at a audio shop chit chatting and the guy told me I should have it wired like this. I've never had any problems with the top configuration, but I have seen many diagrams of the second way. In my mind I can't see any kind of difference in either way besides the second one needing more wire in my case. So my question is, is there any difference in either way, or what. For my configuration I've always liked how easy it is to make the first way look good, but either way, just curious. To me, it looks like they should have no difference except one wastes more ground wire. Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jizzybizzy Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 my only guess is that the amp isnt properly grounded. which could be a potential no no- but i dont know much. Quote you ain't been bizzy til you've been wit jizzy. Vehicle:: 2005 Saturn Ion Headunit:: Jensen 9312HD Speakers:: RE SE Coaxials Subwoofer(s):: (2) 15" RE SEs Amplifier(s):: Audiopipe AP1500.1D Audiopipe AP1504 Enclosure:: Sealed Wire: KNU KONCEPTZ 1/0 Battery:: Kinetik HC600 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qu1cks1lver56 Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 ive always wired them in series with the battery (i think series is the right word?) hot to hot and ground to ground. and not had the cap inline with the power wire to the amp. Quote First Gen Xterra: Always changing DNX 690HD RF 360.3RF T3002RF T4004RF T10001bdSilver Flute 6.5"s Tang Band 1" TweetersSundown X18 in 7cubes net tuned to 32hz Trust me .25 Blows your Load. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 get rid of the cap all together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Performer Posted August 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 ive always wired them in series with the battery (i think series is the right word?)hot to hot and ground to ground. and not had the cap inline with the power wire to the amp. uh... could you maybe draw that out? And I believe that would be parallel... I'm not sure, I'd have to see what you're talking about. Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Performer Posted August 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 get rid of the cap all together I know, I know, everyone says caps are no good compared to an extra batt. and alt., but for as many watts as I'm pulling it has always helped. Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 have you tried an extra deep cycle battery though? they cost about the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Performer Posted August 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2008 have you tried an extra deep cycle battery though? they cost about the same. No I haven't ever done any changes to the battery. It is a brand new batt. though so no need for getting rid of it I would assume just yet. Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sampsonite Posted August 22, 2008 Report Share Posted August 22, 2008 the cap would have the same output either way Quote --Sampson 816-591-6592 www.kcrimshop.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Performer Posted August 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2008 the cap would have the same output either way So there's really no difference in the ways they are wired? Maybe the guy just didn't understand me when I was telling him how I had it wired... Either way, I'm just going to be going with the top way again since it makes the most sense to me and works great. Quote CERTIFIED BITCHES!!! Not being new at something doesn't mean anything. Just because a prostitute isn't new at what she does, doesn't change the fact that she still 'sucks' Click to see my build! Proud DC owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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