How many farads do I need?
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Pro
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How many farads do I need?
In the future I plan on adding a new HU and a 3 way MB Quart Setup to my doors and 3 10w6's with JL's 1000/1 amp. A 300/4 will power my components.
A salesmean at Tweeter told me that I would need a 5 Farad cap for this set up? Is this true..5 Farads seem like alot.
A salesmean at Tweeter told me that I would need a 5 Farad cap for this set up? Is this true..5 Farads seem like alot.
Melting Slicks
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From: Wesley Chapel Fl
Rule of thumb is 1 farad per 1000 watts. Unless this is already covered I would upgrade your factory under hood wires, battery and then possibly alternator before messing with a cap. Unless you are doing a trick custom install you can always add the cap later.
