Adding a Second Batt.
#1
Come reading week I want to get everything set up and will be running 300-400 watts for highs and ~1400 watts to the sub.
Being i'm running a civic with very small battery under the hood i want to add a second one in the trunk. Therefore i need to know anything and everything to hooking up a second battery in my trunk
anyone with experience your input will be greatly appricated. do and don'ts are always helpful! thanks again!
Steve
Being i'm running a civic with very small battery under the hood i want to add a second one in the trunk. Therefore i need to know anything and everything to hooking up a second battery in my trunk
anyone with experience your input will be greatly appricated. do and don'ts are always helpful! thanks again!
Steve
#3
Is that all i need to do? I already have 2 gauge running back there for my power wire that I could use. So i need to fuse this near the battery at both ends. And then do I run my power for the amps from the battery in the trunk? I've already looked into the saftey behind it and plan to have it securtly in the trunk with a homemade cage of some sort around it.
Anyother tips / suggestions?
Anyother tips / suggestions?
#4
You might want to invest in a good quality battery isolator, unless you plan on purchasing two identical batteries and installing them at the same time. You can use the 2 gauge that is already in the car. Also consider using a gelcell type battery, it is the safe way to go.
#6
The gel cell is a must for the internal battery as it does not explode nor give off noxious odours (thus the requirement to vent to the outside for a normal battery). It is also a missile in an accident and needs to be held down very securely.
#10
Do you use the stereo with the car off a lot?
If so then a second gelcel battery grounded to the frame with isolator and 'big 3' upgrade will work.
If you are just looking for some more juice for daily driving then I suggest upgrading your alternator and 'big 3' wiring.
If so then a second gelcel battery grounded to the frame with isolator and 'big 3' upgrade will work.
If you are just looking for some more juice for daily driving then I suggest upgrading your alternator and 'big 3' wiring.
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