If i get a ho alt do i need new battery to??

 

Bronze Member
Username: Rosrock

Post Number: 42
Registered: Mar-09
title says it all thx for ur help
 

Platinum Member
Username: Glasswolf

Columbia, SC USA

Post Number: 13230
Registered: Dec-03
not really, no.
If you want to run the system for prolonged periods at high output with the engine off, I would recommend a second, isolated battery for the audio system so your starter battery doesn't see the audio system, though.

Horses for courses.

The alternator will supply current when the car is running. The battery does this when the engine is off. For engine-off usage, on a second battery, go with a large deep cycle battery. The discharge hysteresis curve is ideal for this, though they do take longer to recharge.
 

Bronze Member
Username: Rosrock

Post Number: 44
Registered: Mar-09
so basically... ur saying i dont need a better battery since i never run the audio system without the engine on.
 

Platinum Member
Username: Glasswolf

Columbia, SC USA

Post Number: 13234
Registered: Dec-03
that is correct. your stock starter battery should be sufficient.
 

Gold Member
Username: Illuminator

USA

Post Number: 5117
Registered: Apr-05
Though it would be wise to do the 'big 3' wiring upgrade with the new HO alternator.
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