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Old 06-15-2007, 06:21 PM
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how far should ground be from amp.

What is the maximum distance ground can be from an amp. Right now the ground is 3feet away. But I need to extend it a little because of space, I'll be sure not to splice and use a connector, I will run a whole new wire.

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Old 06-15-2007, 08:42 PM
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It can be at the battery if you want, as long as the impedence to ground is below half an ohm you should be OK.
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What is the maximum distance ground can be from an amp. Right now the ground is 3feet away. But I need to extend it a little because of space, I'll be sure not to splice and use a connector, I will run a whole new wire.
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Old 06-15-2007, 09:04 PM
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Thanks for the info, I'll make sure to sand down the metal really good again and extend the wire. Maybe I'll extend the wire a couple more feet =).
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Old 06-16-2007, 02:53 PM
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it would be wise to keep it as short as possible and as you said make sure the spot you chose is sanded very clean
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Old 06-16-2007, 03:50 PM
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Are ground distro blocks safe to use. It seems like an easier way if using 2 amps or more. Anyone have any info on that??
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Ground distro blocks are no problem but as stated try to keep your grounds as short as possible.
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Old 06-16-2007, 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Hardwrkr
Ground distro blocks are no problem but as stated try to keep your grounds as short as possible.
or go right to the battery with 0 g wire
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