help with amp install
03-30-2009, 02:55 PM
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+1 on shortest and cleanest ground. A long ground to the battery only increases the chance that something will get into the ground and cause noise. There is a reason that every amp kit in the modern world doesn't come with 2 equal lengths of cable for the power and ground. Find a close spot to ground to the chassis, and use a grounding lug.
03-30-2009, 03:02 PM
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+1 on shortest and cleanest ground. A long ground to the battery only increases the chance that something will get into the ground and cause noise. There is a reason that every amp kit in the modern world doesn't come with 2 equal lengths of cable for the power and ground. Find a close spot to ground to the chassis, and use a grounding lug.
If there is something that gets into your ground cable you have a whole **** load of problems, ive said my .02 i know who's right, enjoy your system, post pictures when you get it done
06-15-2009, 07:16 PM
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So did anyone post up a guide for a simple install with this? I honestly am not sure where the wires are, and the best ways to run the power to the opposite side. I used to be able to do this in my sleep on a mustang but this is my first F150
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06-16-2009, 09:14 PM
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Althought I agree alot with what loganberry usually posts...this is not one of them. You want the SHORTEST and cleanest ground possible. It is not a bad idea to run it to the battery, but it is a known fact that you superior conductivity with a SHORT ground. Grounding to the chassis is a good idea but make sure the ground is clean and protected.
I guess thats what i had always been told to run the shortest ground possible and to use the same size ground as you have power wire.
I also think it depends on the system for most of us powering 1-2 subs with 200-400 watt amps that will work fine.. i had a old pick up i had to run a battery ground to eliminate interferance from the ignition system