Lights Dimming
02-08-2004, 01:36 AM
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Lights Dimming
Hey y'all, I have a 10W7 with a 500/1 amp and just recently I've noticed that my lights dim when the beat hits. I have a 1 farad cap and changed the fuses. I have 8 gauge wiring with the amp, do I need to change them to a 4 gauge, or is the problem unrelated? Thanks in advance!
02-08-2004, 06:32 PM
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The problem is not your wire, I have 4 gauge from battery to amp; as well, I have a 1.5 farad cap. The problem is the alternator, not the install. Whatch your volt meter on the dash when the bass hits, if it drops, you need a new alternator. Also you might try using a yellow top battery. The Z has a good alternator, but it could be better, especially if you play music with a lot of low bass.
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02-09-2004, 01:36 PM
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Man oh man, you guys would've died in a 300zx. At least the 350 has like a 120a Alternator, the best I could find on the 300 was the 85a 96 Twin Turbo Alt. . .
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