swervinmylac Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 ive been looking for a 4000 watt amp and i had narrowed it down to two choices... the rockford t4k or the mtx te4001bd. now if i had the money i would just go ahead and get the rock ford but the mtx is cheaper so im settling for that right now... i have a HO alt from iraggi (150idle/250max) and a yellow top for the setup that i have now and it does just fine. my voltage doesnt go below 13.5. HOWEVER..... i would like to go bigger. my next setup is gonna consist of two 15 inch sundown nightshades and the mtx 4001. now for the question.... i know i will need more batteries in order to be able to :hairtrick: . but i have no idea what i need to look for... i couldnt even find the fuse rating for the amp... but ive been seeing that brands like kinetic, power master etc are the brands of choice... i went to kinetics website and used there calculator and it said that i should us two of there 2400 cells. is this right and are there any alternatives... also another question is how long are these batts supposed to last before i have to let them charge? would i only have time for one song or would i be ok with a 30 minute ride at full tilt... like i said LOTS OF GUIDANCE AND HELP IS NEEDED FOR SHIZZLE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightshade Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 2 Powermaster D3100's would work very well with one of those amps. If you find a battery with high amp hour ratings and a high discharge capacity that's more than likely a good battery. Some compainies will over rate their batteries and then you may not get what you're looking for. That's why you should stick to one's that have already been proven like the Powermasters. Mechman.com is a good place to pick them up at a good price. Quote 2013 VW Jetta GLI 2.0 Turbo 1 Sundown Audio SCV2000 1 Sundown Audio X15 V2 1 XS Power D3100 Audio Control LC6i Stock Deck 146.4 sealed on the dash at 37hz 2001 Focus ZX3: RETIRED Team Sundown Audio, Team XS Power, 2 time NSPL Car 3601-Up Champion, 2 time NSPL Car Hardcore ChampionHighest NSPL Scores to date:154.3db on the dash sealed at 46hz, 156.2db in the kick at 46hz155.2db unofficial on dash at 43hz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swervinmylac Posted October 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 thanks for the reply... but how long are these batts supposed to last before i have to let them charge? would i only have time for one song or would i be ok with a 30 minute ride at full tilt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightshade Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 They'll be okay by charging off the alt, but you should try and maintaince charge them once every two weeks or so to keep them healthy. I have yet to put mine on a charger and it still is holding a charge beautifully. It doesn't get much better than Powermaster. Quote 2013 VW Jetta GLI 2.0 Turbo 1 Sundown Audio SCV2000 1 Sundown Audio X15 V2 1 XS Power D3100 Audio Control LC6i Stock Deck 146.4 sealed on the dash at 37hz 2001 Focus ZX3: RETIRED Team Sundown Audio, Team XS Power, 2 time NSPL Car 3601-Up Champion, 2 time NSPL Car Hardcore ChampionHighest NSPL Scores to date:154.3db on the dash sealed at 46hz, 156.2db in the kick at 46hz155.2db unofficial on dash at 43hz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swervinmylac Posted October 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 just looked on mechmans site and found this... D3100 [D3100] $349.00 Click to enlarge Features » The preferred battery of champions! Capable of delivering an astounding 3,200 amps of current Provides major output for starting power, audio, multimedia systems, and more Fits BCI group 31 applications utilized in many large trucks, busses and motor coaches Can easily power systems up to 4000 watts when used as the main battery Great supplemental battery for 5000+ watt systems 3 Year Warranty Specifications » Weight 77.16 pounds (35.00 kilograms) Length 13.03 inches Width 6.89 inches Height 8.43 inches Maximum Amps 3200 Ah 117 if thats true... could i just buy one and add it on to my yellow top and still be ok... or would two of those in addition to my yellow top be better... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raytard Posted October 24, 2008 Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 with that said, with 4000 watts, you shouldnt be parking lot bumping keep the car running and watch your voltage, 4000 watts is an assload of current draw Quote Build: http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/ind...hl=avalon+build monster/rockford/kicker/stinger cables, pioneer source, jbl highs/amps, kinetik/shuriken batts, iraggi alt, dei security, dc subs(atleast for now) Team DC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swervinmylac Posted October 24, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2008 with that said, with 4000 watts, you shouldnt be parking lot bumpingkeep the car running and watch your voltage, 4000 watts is an assload of current draw this wont be for sitting still... i only bump on the freeway... on side streets i always turn the subs off and bump responsibly... never ever will i bump while sitting still unless its a maitenance issue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmanson Posted October 25, 2008 Report Share Posted October 25, 2008 this wont be for sitting still... i only bump on the freeway... on side streets i always turn the subs off and bump responsibly... never ever will i bump while sitting still unless its a maitenance issue still wouldn't hurt to put in two good batteries though. Quote 2-DC 15XLM2 D.7s 1-DC 5K amp (1) XS Power D6500(UNDERHOOD) and (1) XS3000(REAR) 3 runs 1/0ga for power and 2 runs of 1/0ga for negative. (2)-RFT165s components, ...... 4 separate 1 inch tweetersRF T600-2(fronts) Punch 450.4(rear) Audiocontrol 3.1. DC power 260amp alternator w/MLA Module Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got_Bass89 Posted October 25, 2008 Report Share Posted October 25, 2008 Whats your front battery? If its crap.. Your only strong as your weakess link... If crap bat up front.. I'd say yellowtop up front and D3100 in the back.. All 1/0 of course and Big 3... You can always get another D3100 if you need it later... Quote Passport Build Here Alarm: Prestige APS997A 2-Way/Remote Start HeadUnit: Pioneer DEH-P6000UB Front Battery: Yellowtop Optima D34/78 Back Battery: 2x C&D Technologies High Rate Series UPS12-475FR 134AH Subs: 2x DC Lv4XL 18's Amps: 2x Sundown Saz1500's Strapped Box: 12Cubes 33hz 185sqin Port(15.4sqin per cube) Pillars: AudioBahn AS31Q Front Doors: Clif Designs TX40.5 Back Doors: Clif Designs CD50.4C Rear Speakers: Clif Designs TX46.5 Front/Rear Amp: Kicker ZX350.4 Back/Pillars Amp: Kicker ZX200.2(Looking for another zx350.4) Electrical: 1/0 Scorpion Wire 2 Runs Pos and 2Runs Ground, Knu 1/0 Flex Running to Amps ect, Big 3, JL 8Ga For Speaker Wire, Knu Karma RCA's, Scorpion Volt Meter Deadener: 100 sqft Sound Destroyer Mat And SECOND SKIN Damplifier Pro Door Pack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swervinmylac Posted October 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2008 still wouldn't hurt to put in two good batteries though. it would hurt my wallet... j/k but i understand the logic Whats your front battery? If its crap.. Your only strong as your weakess link... If crap bat up front.. I'd say yellowtop up front and D3100 in the back.. All 1/0 of course and Big 3... You can always get another D3100 if you need it later... yea i got a yellow top under the hood now(34/78) and the big three in 0 guage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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