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Old 07-02-2004, 03:26 PM
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Curious I was told I may need to get a cap for my new system [img]graemlins/dunno.gif[/img] As it'll be to hard on my alternator?

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Old 07-02-2004, 03:27 PM
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Cap will do little to help your alternator.

I would upgrade the alt if you are worried.
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Old 07-02-2004, 03:29 PM
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how much'll that cost then lol

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Also couple days ago with the system i have in it now
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I noticed the dome light pulsing a bit (had the door open) everytime bass hit ...

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Old 07-02-2004, 03:35 PM
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a cap will help with the dome light and give the amp better power, but it will do nothing for the alternator
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Old 07-02-2004, 03:53 PM
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if U want a cap, get one at XS cargo, the cheapest place to get one that I've found.
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Old 07-02-2004, 04:04 PM
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It will only make a diff if your amp has an un-regulated power supply.
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Old 07-02-2004, 04:27 PM
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Upgrade the big 3. Cheaper then a cap and will get better results. [img]smile.gif[/img]
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Old 07-02-2004, 05:14 PM
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Originally posted by Nissan Guy:
It will only make a diff if your amp has an un-regulated power supply.
The amp she is getting is.

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Old 07-02-2004, 05:14 PM
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Originally posted by Zutronius:
Upgrade the big 3. Cheaper then a cap and will get better results. [img]smile.gif[/img]
I'll send some 1/0 with the amp as a free BIG 3 upgrade! [img]tongue.gif[/img]

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Old 07-02-2004, 05:17 PM
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Actually I do need some 1/0 for free.
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