High output alternator?
#1
High output alternator?
Hi there,
I wanted to invest in a new audio system for my 2005 a/t rx8. I recently installed some interior 6000k LEDs, and noticed that when I start my engine they flicker slightly.
Would it be worth investing in a higher output alternator(220amps) such as the Iraggi Alternator? Or is there some sort of limiter?
Also, are there any batteries that people have upgraded to use for higher output audio systems? I'm not going to run anything crazy, I just want to make sure my lights aren't flickering/battery wont be drained.
Thanks in advance!
I wanted to invest in a new audio system for my 2005 a/t rx8. I recently installed some interior 6000k LEDs, and noticed that when I start my engine they flicker slightly.
Would it be worth investing in a higher output alternator(220amps) such as the Iraggi Alternator? Or is there some sort of limiter?
Also, are there any batteries that people have upgraded to use for higher output audio systems? I'm not going to run anything crazy, I just want to make sure my lights aren't flickering/battery wont be drained.
Thanks in advance!
#2
Registered
The 130A Alternator from Advance should fit your needs pretty well ... together with an 80Ahto 90Ah Battery and a Capacitor your lights should not flicker.
Greets
Thomas
edit: Link --> http://www.rhdjapan.com/advance-high...se3p-rx-8.html
Greets
Thomas
edit: Link --> http://www.rhdjapan.com/advance-high...se3p-rx-8.html
#3
The 130A Alternator from Advance should fit your needs pretty well ... together with an 80Ahto 90Ah Battery and a Capacitor your lights should not flicker.
Greets
Thomas
edit: Link --> ADVANCE High Efficiency Alternator 130A Black - SE3P RX-8 - RHDJapan
Greets
Thomas
edit: Link --> ADVANCE High Efficiency Alternator 130A Black - SE3P RX-8 - RHDJapan
#6
Rican
First thing you should update is the big 3, 0AWG if possible, unless you are running something massive, the oem alternator should be fine. Also, make sure your battery is in good condition, grounding is very important, if you use the chassis, it may work for lower end systems, but very high power systems, run a ground line in the opposite side where you ran the power. A cap may help, but will not help with the power, just when the lows kick in, helping minimize the dimming.
#7
What am I doing here?
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: 2017 Miata RF Launch Edition
Posts: 3,606
Received 649 Likes
on
510 Posts
Wait, are you saying that the justification for a bigger alternator is the fact that your lights flicker when you start your engine?
Well, yah, the alternator probably isn't doing anything at 250 RPM. Lights dimming/flickering while cranking the engine is normal.
Well, yah, the alternator probably isn't doing anything at 250 RPM. Lights dimming/flickering while cranking the engine is normal.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
LifeAfterRx8
RX-8's For Sale/Wanted
108
11-22-2018 03:15 PM
SE_MT_Shinka06
MW For Sale/Wanted
4
05-02-2016 12:55 PM