Captain0389 Posted January 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Most cars charge above 14 volts. It could be upto 14.9. This could be why its higher than just 14. But you can't always go by the factory volt meter. Best thing to do is take a DMM and see what its really reading at. It was fluctuating between 14.98 to 15.2 Like quickly? Or what? And was this when you were driving? Or was this reading off a dmm? Yes off the dmm. I was idling at about 14.9 and when I revved it would increase just a tad. Damn that is some nice voltage! Was this reading taken at warm or cold? Well, it's cold as tits outside. But the engine was warm. Not sure if that makes a difference. Haha. Quote 2003 Chevy Tahoe Pioneer Head Unit 4 Pioneer 6 1/2's 6 Pioneer 1 in. Tweeters 2 15" Kicker L7, tuned at 38hz. 2 Audiobahn A2150hct ampliers The Big 3 3000 watts RMS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel4055 Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Yeah that's what I meant. As in you had the motor running for a bit. Quote Rest In Peace mother. January 22, 1955 - February 14, 2013 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/user/35351-megrch/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PandorasCustoms Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 My explorer does about the same as that. Just under 15v (between 14.6 ~ 14.9) at idle. And, it has been like that for over two years. So, as long as it isn't bouncing around, you shouldn't have to worry about it. Quote Chris - "The Apprentice" - Pandora's Box Customs 1994 Ford Explorer - "Midnight" - 4.0L SOHC SoundStream PCX-1000D & Kicker S12L5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain0389 Posted January 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Good deal. I just upgraded my system and I already want more bass hahaha. Quote 2003 Chevy Tahoe Pioneer Head Unit 4 Pioneer 6 1/2's 6 Pioneer 1 in. Tweeters 2 15" Kicker L7, tuned at 38hz. 2 Audiobahn A2150hct ampliers The Big 3 3000 watts RMS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PandorasCustoms Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Also, this red "box" you are talking about, it is inline between the alternator and the battery? I know on my Uncle's old F-350 the starter solenoid actually ran between the Alt & Bat. And, if you are running your amplifier from a solenoid post, it probably won't hurt the amp, but may ruin the solenoid. Got a picture? I am sure someone could tell you what it was if you had an image of decent clarity. Quote Chris - "The Apprentice" - Pandora's Box Customs 1994 Ford Explorer - "Midnight" - 4.0L SOHC SoundStream PCX-1000D & Kicker S12L5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel4055 Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Yeah take a picture. On my car there is a post that is powered by the battery. Quote Rest In Peace mother. January 22, 1955 - February 14, 2013 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/user/35351-megrch/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain0389 Posted January 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Also, this red "box" you are talking about, it is inline between the alternator and the battery? I know on my Uncle's old F-350 the starter solenoid actually ran between the Alt & Bat. And, if you are running your amplifier from a solenoid post, it probably won't hurt the amp, but may ruin the solenoid. Got a picture? I am sure someone could tell you what it was if you had an image of decent clarity. Here is a pic of my subs for anyone really giving a shit. Quote 2003 Chevy Tahoe Pioneer Head Unit 4 Pioneer 6 1/2's 6 Pioneer 1 in. Tweeters 2 15" Kicker L7, tuned at 38hz. 2 Audiobahn A2150hct ampliers The Big 3 3000 watts RMS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PandorasCustoms Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 (edited) Actually, come to think of it. I was working on a system for a friend of mine in his VW Passat, and underneath of the dash next to the inside fuse box, there was a spare terminal post that was rated for 60 Amps. It was weirdest thing I had seen, but since the battery was practically impossible to get to (it was underneath of a plastic cover in the center of the engine compartment near the firewall), and it was only a small 350 watt system. We went and hooked the primary wire up to it, and it worked perfectly. Tested all voltages, and everything was working with no change in the electrical systems of the vehicle. Of course, if the system were anymore than 500 watts, I certainly would have spent the extra time to get directly to the battery. Edited January 5, 2011 by PandorasCustoms Quote Chris - "The Apprentice" - Pandora's Box Customs 1994 Ford Explorer - "Midnight" - 4.0L SOHC SoundStream PCX-1000D & Kicker S12L5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel4055 Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Yeah that post seems fine to tap into. The setup looks nice! Also is that walmart 8 gauge? Quote Rest In Peace mother. January 22, 1955 - February 14, 2013 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/user/35351-megrch/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PandorasCustoms Posted January 5, 2011 Report Share Posted January 5, 2011 Yeah, that is a very unique connector. Never seen one quite like that, but I am sure some manufacturer's do it for reasons such as this. And, the box looks good. Any plans on covering it? Quote Chris - "The Apprentice" - Pandora's Box Customs 1994 Ford Explorer - "Midnight" - 4.0L SOHC SoundStream PCX-1000D & Kicker S12L5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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