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RayBuck wrote:
STROKD wrote:LMFAO at having a 30+K system in a 500 dollar car... :lol: :lol: :lol:

Wouldn't one amp for subs and one for front components be enough to blow the glass out of that thing? I had a FAS in an Integra 17 years ago that hit 147 db at glass with the gains all the way down setup in SG mode... would have hit 150 if I tried, what is the reasoning for so much amp/speakers? :|
I don't even think my car is worth 500 I paid 900 for it 10 years ago :lol: I am trying to blow the windows out of it :lol: Reasoning is just to make me happy. :)
I dont think you will need 7 amps to blow the glass out, in all honesty... Both of those 2250s to a pair of 15s each (4) or 2 13W7s or similar and the 430 or 2125 runnin some components would be all youd need. The glass on those Hondas is VERY flimsy... :twisted:
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It sounds like a big and fun project. Maybe 2 big alternators where the power steering pump was for the audio and the stock for the car only...
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IM a big fan of lots of power to every transducer with lots of headroom.. you can NEVER HAVE TOO MUCH POWAHHH :twisted:
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I will always overpower a speaker before I underpower it myself but I am not one to turn it up for all that long....
what else can I say I am a grumpy asshole most of the time.
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I remember seeing a Civic with a bunch of alternators coming out of the hood...

Something similar to this:



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:shock: OMG
most of my gear is gone :liar:
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STROKD wrote:
RayBuck wrote:
STROKD wrote:LMFAO at having a 30+K system in a 500 dollar car... :lol: :lol: :lol:

Wouldn't one amp for subs and one for front components be enough to blow the glass out of that thing? I had a FAS in an Integra 17 years ago that hit 147 db at glass with the gains all the way down setup in SG mode... would have hit 150 if I tried, what is the reasoning for so much amp/speakers? :|
I don't even think my car is worth 500 I paid 900 for it 10 years ago :lol: I am trying to blow the windows out of it :lol: Reasoning is just to make me happy. :)
I dont think you will need 7 amps to blow the glass out, in all honesty... Both of those 2250s to a pair of 15s each (4) or 2 13W7s or similar and the 430 or 2125 runnin some components would be all youd need. The glass on those Hondas is VERY flimsy... :twisted:
I know I do not need all of the amps for a system.. :naughty:
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00goobs wrote:It sounds like a big and fun project. Maybe 2 big alternators where the power steering pump was for the audio and the stock for the car only...
This is what I am talking about.Fun :)
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oldskoolmseriesfan wrote:IM a big fan of lots of power to every transducer with lots of headroom.. you can NEVER HAVE TOO MUCH POWAHHH :twisted:
If I only had 2 more 2250's :twisted:
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00goobs wrote:I remember seeing a Civic with a bunch of alternators coming out of the hood...

Something similar to this:



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That would be awsome minus the hood scoop. :lol:
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Ok guys what kind of alt's should I be looking in to?
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I have learned NOT to get the cheapest HO alt you can find on ebay....
what else can I say I am a grumpy asshole most of the time.
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ttocs wrote:I have learned NOT to get the cheapest HO alt you can find on ebay....
why what happened if they have warrenty than ? i have had alot of parts over the years from auto value come as DOA
most of my gear is gone :liar:
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ttocs wrote:I have learned NOT to get the cheapest HO alt you can find on ebay....
Right. Yea I have been looking on ebay and other places just trying to find a good company that doesn't lie about there spec's that is why I started this thread.
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For my Mustangs I use a company called PA Performance...

http://www.paperformance.com/Scripts/default.asp

They make some great alternators... I have the 200 amp in my ZPA setup, seems to hold voltage at whatever stereo output while moving, now at idle it'll dip a little if its cranked up, but that's due to the crank pulley underdrive system. Youd just put a huge crank pulley on it to turn them full voltage at idle. lol. Might need 2-3 of the 200 amp ones, and a few deep cycle batteries in the back.
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STROKD wrote:For my Mustangs I use a company called PA Performance...

http://www.paperformance.com/Scripts/default.asp

They make some great alternators... I have the 200 amp in my ZPA setup, seems to hold voltage at whatever stereo output while moving, now at idle it'll dip a little if its cranked up, but that's due to the crank pulley underdrive system. Youd just put a huge crank pulley on it to turn them full voltage at idle. lol. Might need 2-3 of the 200 amp ones, and a few deep cycle batteries in the back.
COOL I will look at those.I also noticed Striker's profile it says he has a 270amp Machman alt they have a retro fit for my car I think in the factory spot but I wan't to try and keep the factory alt running the car but If I can only fit 1 extra alt and have to upgrade the factory alt to have enough power to run the system so be it.
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Hello again does anyone know of a good quality alt company?
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RayBuck wrote:Hello again does anyone know of a good quality alt company?

Try these guys, http://www.powerbastards.com/ Just got the 240 amp HO model for my '97 Z-28 and it works like a charm :twisted: , just make sure when you install it to connect the positve power cable 1st, then your computer connection if ya have 1 due to the sensitivity of the circuit board inside. Mike is a good guy to deal with and they have the best warranty I've found, 1 year no questions asked, they will fix it or replace it, even if it's your fault :shock: .
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I'll throw in my hat for Wrangler NW
http://www.wranglerpower.com/audio-page.html

Just call them up, tell them your car and your needs, and they will make it happen. I got a custom fit for my Saab that has been great, and when it needed servicing they were always available, fair price, and quick!
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^^^^ i 2nd that!
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Thanks guys :)
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