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Old Apr 20, 2012 | 07:52 AM
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Default Dual battery set up....

just curious is anyone running a dual battery set up for audio purposes, and if you are could you post some pics. pros, cons, d.i.y., any info would help. im going to install one today when i get home from school, just wondering if anyone else has done it on here.
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Old Apr 20, 2012 | 08:34 AM
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its pretty much useless.

It would be more effective just to upgrade your alt. Unless you plan on playing music a lot with the car off.

also keep in mind that it puts more load on the alt.
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Old Apr 20, 2012 | 09:08 AM
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^ ya I'd say just upgrade your alternator. There are a buncha high amp alternators for SC's on eBay for audio purposes. Its the route I've been meaning to go for a while to support my carPC, but so far my stock stuff seems to be working fine..
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Old Apr 20, 2012 | 11:36 AM
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Run capacitors...
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Old Apr 20, 2012 | 12:03 PM
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Capacitors are to hold energy shortly when it is quickly needed, they discharge quick. If this is for keeping the car on longer, then yea 2 batteries is the way to go.
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Old Apr 20, 2012 | 12:35 PM
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Upgrade your big "3".

Power Cable
Ground Cable
Alternator - Battery Cable
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Old Apr 20, 2012 | 12:50 PM
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No reason really to run 2. Do what has been said.
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