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5 Subs, 2 Amps, 2nd Battery? Set-Up Question
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<blockquote data-quote="mast240" data-source="post: 7292064" data-attributes="member: 631695"><p>ok... well first... we need a lil more info... what model subs and amp u have/are buying.</p><p></p><p>the 3 10's... did u mean 2ohm each? never heard of a 12 ohm sub...</p><p></p><p>when looking at the electrical load on your car, first you need to know what size alternator is stock on your car (most are 70-80 amps, but some are smaller) ... if your thinking of running a second battery, you might also consider upgrading your alternator. also, doing the big 3 upgrade is essential.</p><p></p><p>when looking for a second battery, you def want to stay away from lead-acid batt's... look for a deep cycle, preferably an agm battery.</p><p></p><p>for the ohm load, and proper set up... this will help you understand your options:</p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.the12volt.com/caraudio/woofer_configurations.asp?Q=&amp;I=" target="_blank">Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams</a></p><p></p><p>you need to know the specs of your subs you'll be running (single or dual voice coil, and what ohm they are)</p><p></p><p>also, sometimes, when running 12" and 10" subs together, you can end up running into cancellation problems, unless the box is designed right.</p><p></p><p>like i said tho... give some more info, and i'm sure we can point you in the right direction</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mast240, post: 7292064, member: 631695"] ok... well first... we need a lil more info... what model subs and amp u have/are buying. the 3 10's... did u mean 2ohm each? never heard of a 12 ohm sub... when looking at the electrical load on your car, first you need to know what size alternator is stock on your car (most are 70-80 amps, but some are smaller) ... if your thinking of running a second battery, you might also consider upgrading your alternator. also, doing the big 3 upgrade is essential. when looking for a second battery, you def want to stay away from lead-acid batt's... look for a deep cycle, preferably an agm battery. for the ohm load, and proper set up... this will help you understand your options: [URL="http://www.the12volt.com/caraudio/woofer_configurations.asp?Q=&I="]Subwoofer Wiring Diagrams[/URL] you need to know the specs of your subs you'll be running (single or dual voice coil, and what ohm they are) also, sometimes, when running 12" and 10" subs together, you can end up running into cancellation problems, unless the box is designed right. like i said tho... give some more info, and i'm sure we can point you in the right direction [/QUOTE]
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