Does it make a difference how long ground wire is ?
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Does it make a difference how long ground wire is ?
I want to locate my amp somewhere else in my car, I am wondering if it makes a difference if my ground wire is longer than the one provided originally by the wiring kit
If it does, ideally how long should my ground wire be ?
If it does, ideally how long should my ground wire be ?
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Re: Does it make a difference how long ground wire is ? (egcoupe)
ideally you'd like to keep all the wiring as short as possible. where did you plan on mounting your amp that doesnt have a possible ground spot close by?
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Re: Does it make a difference how long ground wire is ? (Kavehman)
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It <U>does</U> make a difference- you can get as much voltage drop across the ground wire as you can on the positive supply.
Relocating your sub shouldn't be an issue though - wherever it goes, you want to make the ground wire as short as possible (say ~ 18") and ensure you have a good solid connection to the chassis. Make sure you clean any paint off your ground point with some emery cloth and use a star washer to get good "bite" between the terminal & chassis. Bolt it solidly to the body with bolts, lock washers & nuts - no puny sheet metal screws!
Best thing is to use a proper grounding terminal, like one from stinger or whoever takes your fancy. The wire gauge for the ground should be at least the same as that for the power.
It <U>does</U> make a difference- you can get as much voltage drop across the ground wire as you can on the positive supply.
Relocating your sub shouldn't be an issue though - wherever it goes, you want to make the ground wire as short as possible (say ~ 18") and ensure you have a good solid connection to the chassis. Make sure you clean any paint off your ground point with some emery cloth and use a star washer to get good "bite" between the terminal & chassis. Bolt it solidly to the body with bolts, lock washers & nuts - no puny sheet metal screws!
Best thing is to use a proper grounding terminal, like one from stinger or whoever takes your fancy. The wire gauge for the ground should be at least the same as that for the power.
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Re: Does it make a difference how long ground wire is ? (Kavehman)
thanks for all the advice guys, I had the amp mounted on the back of my box, i moved it so its sitting in a more vented area, i had to lengthen ground wire byabout 3 inches for it to fit, so i dont think i have affected it that much.
Thanks a lot
Thanks a lot
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