Headlights dimming
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Forum Name: Car Audio
Forum Discription: Car Stereos, Amplifiers, Crossovers, Processors, Speakers, Subwoofers, etc.
URL: https://www.the12volt.com/installbay/forum_posts.asp?tid=139990
Printed Date: April 26, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Topic: Headlights dimming
Posted By: ptrone12
Subject: Headlights dimming
Date Posted: December 21, 2015 at 1:38 PM
I have a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 and have 3 10" subs, 2 amps for the subs and one amp for the speakers. I have very bad headlight dimming and bad voltage drop even with my lights off. I'm trying to figure out the best route to take. I have a second battery I could hookup but I keep hearing that only really benefits with the car off which I rarely do. I'm trying to find the best solution without breaking the bank. I have already done the big 3 upgrade and replaced my starting battery with an xs power battery. Would a distribution block make any difference along with something else? I am trying to find a solution without replacing my alternator just yet
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Posted By: rs specialist
Date Posted: December 21, 2015 at 2:43 PM
Depends on how much current your amps are pulling. If they are pulling more than the system can sustain, then you will need to upgrade the alternator. Light dimming will always be an issue as the charging system has no way of knowing when it will have the added demand to it. Having an extra battery will help as it is just a giant reserve of energy. Just make sure to properly separate the battery from the system when not in use.
Posted By: DYohn
Date Posted: December 23, 2015 at 3:25 PM
Upgrade the Big 3 (see Hot Topics forum) and consider installing a high output alternator. Nothing else will solve the problem. ------------- Support the12volt.com
Posted By: ferds
Date Posted: January 20, 2016 at 10:57 PM
Since you have the battery start with that. If that doesn't help consider the big 3 and probably start saving for the high output alternator.
Posted By: forbidden
Date Posted: February 15, 2016 at 12:29 AM
Also read the What is a proper ground sticky.
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