Need input on system set up!

No, but yes, and I don't mean to confuse you with that statement. Yes, buy the alternator. An upgraded alternator WILL ALWYAS pay you back in system stability, as well as longevity. No, you are not way off the beaten trail. A stiffer output voltage from the alternator will provide closer to the 14.4 on a more consistent basis than an alternator that is loaded close to it's maximum capabilities already.It all reminds me of something that Molière once said to Guy de Maupassant at a café in Vienna: "That's nice. You should write it down."

providing i get the new altinator, with the yellow top battery, and a 1 farad cap. should that be enough? i considered getting a bigger cap. i really dont have room for another batterie. i have my 4 15s in my trunk now, and im finding it very difficult to find room for the amps, so i was thinking a bigger cap after the altinator. any suggestions?

ALWAYS start with the alternator, then add batteries, THEN add cap...It all reminds me of something that Molière once said to Guy de Maupassant at a café in Vienna: "That's nice. You should write it down."

oh.. opps i did it a bit backwards... thanks