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How much can be ran off the battery & alternator

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Old Dec 23, 2012 | 08:07 AM
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I'm installing a 450 watt amp soon with a JVC head unit and the Hellfire HID kit. I'm thinking of
Later on installing a sub with a 2000w max amp. Would the Jeeps battery and amp be able to handle this easily?
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Old Dec 23, 2012 | 08:45 AM
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Your jeep should be able to handle the load, however i would put a cap infrint of the 2000w amp to prevent flicker of headlights
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Old Dec 23, 2012 | 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Ssm2011
Your jeep should be able to handle the load, however i would put a cap infrint of the 2000w amp to prevent flicker of headlights
It also allows for that big bass 'hit'. It provides a quick current source for the dynamics of your music when really jamming so you don't see a performance loss from your amp as it gets choked on supply
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Old Dec 23, 2012 | 10:12 AM
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What about a voltage stabilizer?
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Old Dec 23, 2012 | 04:06 PM
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Just get a good deep cycle battery. The stocker won't hold up long with those loads
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Mine handles this and some rock lights with ease..
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Old Dec 23, 2012 | 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by 1978cj7jk2012
Mine handles this and some rock lights with ease..
How many watts? Lights dim any?
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Originally Posted by J1nx93

How many watts? Lights dim any?
1500 is what it's listed but is closer to 2000.yes it they will dim if I have it cranked but it's pretty understandable with the system. I can run it for a couple hours and not have to worry about it though so it's nice.
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Old Dec 25, 2012 | 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by 1978cj7jk2012

1500 is what it's listed but is closer to 2000.yes it they will dim if I have it cranked but it's pretty understandable with the system. I can run it for a couple hours and not have to worry about it though so it's nice.
1500 RMS? Or max?
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Originally Posted by J1nx93

1500 RMS? Or max?
Rms.........
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