Where to mount the Crossover

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Jan 27, 2012 | 05:31 PM

bald1der

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Where to mount the Speaker Crossovers?

Ok, Amp and Speakers are here. Just curious where did you guys mount your speaker crossovers? Also I'm just curious, I ordered the install kit with the amp(Arc). Reading the instructions that came with the amp, they recommend using a 8Ga wire to the battery, but the kit comes with a 12Ga. Is this going to make a difference? Also the instructions are pretty vague, 1st amp install, hole I get it right....lol Thanks.

ARC amp 125.2Bx and Polk Audio MM651 6 1/2"

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Jan 27, 2012 | 07:20 PM

GLACIERPEARL

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I wouldn't skimp on the power & ground wires !! I used 4 gauge in my set-up. Probably overkill, but..........better to be safe than sorry !!

Jan 27, 2012 | 08:49 PM

Harleypingman

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You're good to go with the 12 ga. wire. The 8ga. referenced is for auto installs where the wire run is much longer (amp to battery) than it is on the Harley. Basically, the longer the wire run, the heavier the gauge needed.

Carl

Jan 27, 2012 | 09:23 PM

GLACIERPEARL

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I guess the question is: If the recommend 4 gauge, and you don't use it,.......does it void the warranty ???

Jan 27, 2012 | 11:45 PM

Harleypingman

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Originally Posted by GLACIERPEARL

I guess the question is: If the recommend 4 gauge, and you don't use it,.......does it void the warranty ???

GP, the question is: If the ARC installation kit for Harley Davidson provides installation instructions and parts which include 12 ga. wire, why wouldn't the buyer use the supplied wire?

When I installed the 125.2, it was included with the MPAK1 kit, which also included the ARC installation kit for Harleys that included the 12 ga. wire. Had it on the bike w/o any problems.

Also, I read some info on Basic Car Audio Electronics website regarding wire gauge for power/ground and speaker wiring. Basically, power and ground wiring is a function of how much amperage the wire is carrying and the distance from the amp to the battery +. Given the relatively short distance from the amp to the battery, 10 ga. wire is fine.

Carl

Jan 28, 2012 | 07:15 AM

MTGlide

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I zip-tied the crossovers to the fairing brackets that attach to the speakers. It's a tight fit.

Jan 28, 2012 | 08:51 AM

X Iron Butt

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Quote:

Originally Posted by GLACIERPEARL

I guess the question is: If the recommend 4 gauge, and you don't use it,.......does it void the warranty ???

GP I have followed your very impressive audio set up for some time. I am surprised you don't need 1 O power from the deisel generator you tow behind.
Nice !!!