Do Voltage Stabilizers work?

[05duallyon22s]

Just checking...

The other thing is, I wonder for the amps that can run at 16V.

If you put a Boost-A-Pump in front of that...which basically ramps up the 14v to 17V for your fuel pump, if that would work..??

[headshok]

Originally Posted by 05duallyon22s

Just checking...

The other thing is, I wonder for the amps that can run at 16V.

If you put a Boost-A-Pump in front of that...which basically ramps up the 14v to 17V for your fuel pump, if that would work..??

some amps can run at a higher voltage, so 16V is not an issue.

whats this "boost a pump" thing, sounds interesting. heheh

[05duallyon22s]

Originally Posted by headshok

some amps can run at a higher voltage, so 16V is not an issue.

whats this "boost a pump" thing, sounds interesting. heheh

http://www.kennebell.net/accessories...boostapump.htm

The msd one will go to 22V.

Fuel pumps will almost double output at that voltage...

[Gebrochen]

While that will boost the voltage, I sincerely doubt it will output enough current to run your amp. So, not going to work.

[mjf595]

dont waste your money.

[05duallyon22s]

Originally Posted by mjf595

dont waste your money.

How do you keep your voltage at 14.4v?

[pornstar]

with high output alternators, and mroe batteries

[mjf595]

Originally Posted by pornstar

with high output alternators, and mroe batteries

never go wrong with this one

[onlyinajeep]

bigger alt with exturnal reaguator (addjustable)

[audiolife2]

you will get voltage drops even with a hi output alt (if your system actually reaquires the size of alt you put in) batteries help put a stopper on that but 1 battery isnt infinately powerful. the voltage stabilizers use more current to keep the voltage higher so its still a trade off.

[lanman31337]

Don't use that pump thingie, it won't handle the amperage.

[astroladespl]

the boost a pump is basically a circuit that raises voltage at the sake of current. just remember theres never a free ride and OHMS LAW rulles all. you cant make Power without power so save your money and get a good battery or two and a high output alt with an adjustable regulator. this will get you right where you want to be.

[SharpieMarker]

Originally Posted by astroladespl

the boost a pump is basically a circuit that raises voltage at the sake of current. just remember theres never a free ride and OHMS LAW rulles all. you cant make Power without power so save your money and get a good battery or two and a high output alt with an adjustable regulator. this will get you right where you want to be.

How does an adjustable regulator help?

[astroladespl]

an adjustible regulator on a high output alt will allow you to raise the voltage to lower current draw (more voltage=less current) and in a compitition setting this will allow you to raise the voltage to get the most from your amps. let me put it like this if an amp makes 200 watt at 12 volts with 20 amps of current the same amp with 16 volts might make 600 watts with the same current draw.

[05duallyon22s]

Originally Posted by astroladespl

an adjustible regulator on a high output alt will allow you to raise the voltage to lower current draw (more voltage=less current) and in a compitition setting this will allow you to raise the voltage to get the most from your amps. let me put it like this if an amp makes 200 watt at 12 volts with 20 amps of current the same amp with 16 volts might make 600 watts with the same current draw.

Do they have external Regulators?

[audiolife2]

yes they do but 600 watts from 200 watts on a 4 v increase isnt realistic 16v * 20 amps=320 no where near 600 even if it were 100% effiecent

[MONEYMARK25]

Also, "high-amp" alternators that have internal voltage regulators aren't as efficient due to the heat that builds up around the regulators. When they're relocated away from the engine it helps a lot.

[05duallyon22s]

Originally Posted by MONEYMARK25

Also, "high-amp" alternators that have internal voltage regulators aren't as efficient due to the heat that builds up around the regulators. When they're relocated away from the engine it helps a lot.

Who makes good ones?

[MONEYMARK25]

http://www.nationsautoelectric.com/e...ternators.html

That's probably where I'm headed in a month or so. Their "Extreme duty" alternator is rated at 250 amps at idle. You don't have to raise the RPMs up to achieve the max amps like lesser quality "high output" alternators.

[thechris]

Originally Posted by MONEYMARK25

Also, "high-amp" alternators that have internal voltage regulators aren't as efficient due to the heat that builds up around the regulators. When they're relocated away from the engine it helps a lot.

the regualtor is just a peice of electronics. why is termerature affect these in any way that significantly reduces efficiency.

[MONEYMARK25]

Your amp is also "just a piece of electronics". Why is an amp more efficient when heat is reduced?