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Installing a system with JL Audio 1000/1 and  450/4 amps and my JL rep says not to use a capacitor,,,I'm a little new to multi amp systems and would like to know what you guys would do.  I think I would cap it but if it is not necessary or will make a diffrence then I'll leave it out...Thanks,,,,
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I would agree, not necessary.
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Leave the cap out. If you have low voltage problems such as dimming lights, get a quality high output alternator and good battery to go along with it.
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Capacitor is only used when the base starts hitting real hard and your lights start dimming. If they always dim with it on its time for an new alternator/battery.
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never ever need a cap unless ur gonna just hit one huge bass note every 10 seconds. a decent battery and HO alternator will take care of everything.
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Q:  Cap or not?

A:  not

Build the box so that it performs well in the worst case scenario and, in return, it will reward you at all times.
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Get a high output alt at least 250amps, a good batt, and upgrade the wire. if you like a cap go ahead it will not hurt. They do "look" cool. Do they help? Well that's a debate I will not worry about now. If you do those other things you'll be fine Cap or not? - Last Post -- posted image.
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Not.
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