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Q: What are the requirements for a car to do a wheelie?
I suppose it must be RWD. I understand that tires,track conditions etc play a part.

Maybe the best answer would be a Power/Weight ratio?

A: Not sure of exact numbers, but you would want the front of the car to be light… so a mid, or rear engined vehicle would be a good start too. You would want to have as much weight near the rear of the vehicle as possible, and have a large a contact patch on the ground as possible. (ie: wide, sticky tires). Lastly, make sure your drive shafts are strong enough to withstand the torque without snapping.

Q: Whats the best car for acceleration and speed.?
Well im thinking of buying a car to prepare it for racing. I dont want to but no Lambo. Just want to have a sleeper. I would like to know what type of cars are there that can hold a lot of hp and can hold the speed and power. Also it needs to have a good aerodynamic and low weight to increase the weight to hp ratio. the car needs to be cheap, no more then 20k. I was thinking of a supra or something like that but the supra is quite heavy.

A: if you want a good sleeper i would suggest either a lincoln Mark VIII or a Cadillac El Dorado. I know that they do not sound like fast cast but they don’t weigh any more than a mustang. They both come stock with plenty of power.
But when it comes down to it you should find a car that you think looks good and build it up. for $20,000 you can make anything run real fast. Any car can be made fast with enough money and time. I would suggest that you get something with a V-8 they are the easiest and the cheapest to build if you want real power.

Q: Turboshaft engine in a car????
I know it has been done in the past but I want to try it for myself. I would like to take a turboshaft engine from a helicopter or other such vehicle and retro-fit it into an automobile. My Question is what kind of engine would be best suited for an automobile?? I would like it to have somewhere in the neighborhood of 500+ Shaft HP and Second, What kind of a transmission would work best for this application. The size of the entire assembly isnt really a concern so I Am looking for the best power to weight ratio.
Any Imput would be appreciated.

A: good luck,chrysler spent millions doing that and you dont see any one the road

Q: What are the best sport coupes for under $10,000?
RULES:

-must not be a dinky FWD 4cyl economy car that just so happens to have 2 doors. (e.g. civic coupe) i don’t care if it’s an Si or has vtec or whatever. i don’t want FWD. i already have one.
-must have a good power-to-weight ratio
-easy/cheap to maintain
-REAR wheel drive (may consider awd)
-preferably a 6 cylinder (e.g. bmw 325i from the 90s or non-turbo 300zx)

so…..? i guess i really just want something that’s reliable, cheap to maintain, to be my daily driver, while giving me that sporty coupe feeling when i drive it.
let me clarify v8’s are welcomed. it just seems like american v8s are under powered. the 90s mustang gt only makes 215hp while the non turbo v6 300zx makes 222hp. makes no sense to get that GT.
KEY POINT: will NOT want to modify anything. i don’t plan on spending billions on making the engine more powerful. most i will do is better tires, new shocks and springs, and brakes. that’s IT.
Steve, i actually love american muscle. it’s just it seems unreasonable to get something that takes 2 more cylinders and also, the 300zx would probably have better suspension.

A: Just for the sake of blowing your mind, the Ford Mustang 5.0L with 215 horsepower can beat (or at least keep up) with the Naturally Aspirated 300zx to 60, because of the boatload of torque available at a low RPM, and the consistent power curve. Also, they are popular because the 5.0L has a huge aftermarket, since it is easy to modify and responds to bolt-ons well. But since your tastes don’t seem to swing the American way, you probably wouldn’t be happy if you bought one even if the Mustang (or Camaro =P) was significantly faster than whatever comparable Japanese or Germans car is your price range.

You seem to be a car guy, and you seem to know pretty much what you want. What car is the absolute best is a subjective argument, and it ultimately depends on you. Go ahead and test drive your Nissan 300zx’s and BMW 3 series and whatnot.

But since you did ask for my opinion, I will offer it. I’d go with a Nissan 300zx or 240sx. Cheaper up front, cheaper maintenance and IMHO more fun. But also I’m a Datsun fan, so I am kinda biased.

Q: Is a G.T. Mustang good for drifting?
So I really like the G.T. Mustang, not to be confused with the Fort G.T.
Any way, I want to get into drifting but I don’t know much (ANYTHING), about cars and maintinance. Do you know how/where I can learn about vehicles and parts, what kind of car is the best for drifting, and how I can learn to drift?
I herd it doesn’t matter what kind of car you drift, it’s all on personal feel… but I want something that’s not to heavy, stick (of coarse), and has a good weight to power ratio.

Thanks for the help.
I know Mustangs are heavy, but they’re sooooo nice!!

A: alright man let me tell you; I just went up to Michigan to see my brother and he’s a mechanic. He is awesome at drifting. He even drives an f 250 manual inline V 6 and can still drift like a maniac. But If your not a mechanic don’t get into it. It’s better for you just to keep to stop and go highway traffic if you don’t know how to fix your car. But you can always go to college to learn how to be a nascar mechanic and then apply what you’ve learned there to drifting.

Q: Again Whats The Best Amp For My 2 12” 600 Watt Kenwood Tornaods?(So Much Writing I Couldnt Put Spaces In It)
Details On My Subs:
Nominal Input Power Rating: 600 W
Cone Style: Cone
Mounting Depth: 5.3 in
Speaker Configuration: Single Speaker
Diameter: 12 in
Nominal Impedance: 4 ohm
Cone Material: Polypropylene (Injection Molded)
General Features: Gold-Plated Terminals Vented pole piece
Magnet Weight: 42.3 oz
Sensitivity: 93 dB
Minimum Frequency Response: 25 Hz
Maximum Frequency Response: 800 Hz
Maximum Input Power Rating: 600 W

Thunder TA Series Class D Monoblock Car Amplifier
RMS Power Rating:
4 ohms: 150 watts x 1 chan.
2 ohms: 300 watts x 1 chan.
Max power output: 300 watts x 1 chan.
MOSFET power supply
Wired remote bass level control included
Thermal and short LED indicators
Tuned Bass EQ (0-12 dB bass boost at 40 Hz)
Adaptive Class D Technology: With MTX innovative approach, the amplifier’s switching energy is constantly changing and is moved away from FM radio frequency ranges as the amplifier’s load and output increases.
Thermal and short protection
StreetWires Connectors
Xtant Technologies Cooling (XTC) thermal-regulated, turbo-charged intercooler
Variable low-pass filter (at 80 or 120 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
Dimensions: 12-11/16″L x 9-5/8″W x 2-1/2″H
4 or 8-gauge power and ground leads recommended. Contact us for information regarding a discount on a select amplifier kit when purchased together.
1-year Sonic Electronix warranty
Monoblock Class A/B Amplifier with Bass Level Control
RMS Power Ratings:
1 ohm: 600 watts x 1 channel
2 ohms: 300 watts x 1 channel
4 ohms: 150 watts x 1 channel
Hifonics New Illuminated Heat-Sink Design With Blue LED Light Pumps
Hifonics Blue Illuminated Logo
Maxxsonics Illuminated “M” End Panel Logo
Heavy-Duty Ultra-Fi” MOSFETS
Highly Efficient Super D-Class Amplifier Circuitry With Oversized MOSFET Output
Fully Adjustable Accu-Cross” Crossovers
±18dB Variable Bass Equalization @ 45Hz
180° Variable Phase Control (15 to 35Hz)
Dash-Mountable Bass Remote Control Included
Variable 24dB Subsonic Filter
Brutus Pulse Wave Modulated MOSFET EXVP (Exponential Vari-Power Supply)
Twin-Turbo Torroid Coil Design
HSMD Hifonics Surface Mount Design
Balance Line Inputs for our 18-Volt Line Drivers
RCA Line Output for Amplifier Daisy Chaining
Gold 4-Gauge Power Connectors
Dimensions: 9.84″L x 10.39″W x 2.63″H
1-year Techronics.com warranty
Kenwood KAC-8104D 1-Channel Car Audio Amplifier Power:
300 Watts x 1 @ 4 Ohm
500 Watts x 1 @ 2 Ohm
MOSFET power supply
LED power indicator
Tuned Bass EQ (0-18 dB bass boost at 40 Hz)
Speaker-level inputs with signal sensing for automatic turn-on)
Preamp RCA outputs
Short circuit, DC offset, overload, and thermal protection circuitry
Aluminum die cast heat sink
Built-in cooling fan
Gold-plated RCA level inputs
Gold-plated screw terminals
Variable low-pass filter (50-200 Hz, 24 dB/octave)
CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
Frequency response: 5-200 Hz
Subsonic Filter (15/25 Hz, 18 dB/ Octave)
THD: 0.8%
Dimensions: 11-1/16″ Width x 2-3/8″ Height x 9-7/8″ Depth
Kenwood KAC-8103D 1-Channel Car Audio Amplifier Class D Monoblock Amplifier
Maximum Output Power: 1000 watts
RMS Power Output:
300 watts x 1 channel @ 4 ohms
500 watts x 1 channel @ 2 ohms
2 ohm stable
Frequency Response: 5 Hz-200 Hz
Low-Pass Filter: 50 Hz-200 Hz, 24 dB/Octave
Variable Input Sensitivity: 200 mV – 5 V
Line Output Terminals for Extension
Infrasonic Filter: 15 Hz, 25 Hz, 18 dB/Octave
Bass Boost: 0-18 dB
Fuse Rating 40A x 1
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 85 dB
THD @ Rated RMS Power 1%
Dimensions: 11-1/4″ Length x 2-1/2″ Height x 12-1/2″ Width
1 Year Techronics Warranty!
Kicker 06ZX300.1 1-Channel Car Audio Amplifier RMS Power: 150W x 1 @ 4 ohms
RMS Power: 300W x 1 @ 2 ohms
THD at 4-Ohm RMS Power: <1 %
Speaker Level Inputs: Yes
Preamp Outputs: Yes
Built-In Crossovers: LP
Bass Boost: 0 or 12 dB
Frequency Response: 20-200 Hz
Signal to Noise Ratio: 100 dB
Advanced chassis with extruded aluminum heatsink
MOSFET class A/B power supply
Top-mounted controls
Switchable KickBass 12 dB bass boost at 40 Hz
80 Hz low-pass crossover with 24 dB/octave slope
Built-in 25 Hz subsonic filter
High level or low level inputs (125mV-10V)
PreAmp Signal Transfer (PAST) RCA outputs
Delayed turn-off logic circuit
Soft start turn-on circuit for reduced startup load
Short circuit, Over-voltage, Reverse polarity, Thermal overload (SORT) protection
2 -Year Techronics.com Warranty
Pioneer GM-7300M 800 Watts Monoblock Car Audio Amplifier800W Max, MonoBlock Amplifier
RMS Power Output: 4 ohms: 250 watts x 1 channels
RMS Power Output: 2 ohms: 360 watts x 1 channels
PWM Regulated MOSFET Power Supply
Screw-Type Speaker Terminals
Balanced Isolator Input Circuit
RCA Inputs
Speaker Level Input
Input Level Control
Built-in Crossover
Crossover Frequency Range: 40 Hz – 240 Hz
Bass Level Control: 50 Hz
Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 240 Hz
Dimensions: 11-13/16″L x 13-1/8″W x 2-3/8″H
1-tear Techronics.com warranty

A: 1 600watt so theres only 300 watts going to them that way they’ll last longer because 12” speakers have a trampoline effetc which over time can cause tearing if maxed out all the time.

Q: is this car amplifier good for my system?
ok now im pretty damn good at least i think i am at car audio specifications however my circumstances have put my in a bit of a pickle ok now i have 2 kicker 12” cvr running at 2 ohm i am doing my high school senior project on car audio but im on a slim budget and i thing i found the amp that will best suit my needs these are the specs on the amplifier:SPECIFICATIONS:
Amplifier Class : AB
Number of Channels : 2-CHANNEL
Maximum Power : 1600 watts
RMS Power Output @ 4 Ohms : 400 watts x 2
Max Power Output @ 2 Ohms : 800 watts x 2
Bridged @ 4 Ohms : 1600 watts x 1
THD : 0.01%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB) : 102dB
Frequency Response (Hz) : 20Hz – 22kHz
Min. Speaker Impedance: 2 ohm Stereo, 4 ohm mono briged
Built-in Crossover : Low-Pass, High-Pass
High-Pass Crossover Frequency : 50Hz – 1kHz
Low-Pass Crossover Frequency : 30Hz – 160Hz
Damping Factor : 125+
Bass Boost : 0 to +18dB
Bass Remote : Yes
Fan Cooled : N/A
Fuse Rating : 25A
Dimensions (L x W x H) Inches : 12-7/8″ x 10″ x 2-3/16″
Approximate Weight : 9.9 LBS
Warranty Information : 1 Year Standard Warranty
Manufacturer : Boss
Model Number : Boss NX1600.2
UPC Code : 791489113809
Internal SKU : BOSNX1600.2

and here are the specs on the CVR’S:
Size (IN.,CM) 12, 30.0
Impedance (OHMS) 2 or 4 DVC
Max Rec Amplifier Power (WATTS PEAK/RMS)* 800/400
Sensitivity (dB 1w/1m) 86.9
Frequency Response (Hz) 25-500

now remember this is the 2 ohm version not the 4 ohm

please i need help fast and i need somewhat expert answer, yes or no answers if yes the explain please also if no please piont me in the right direction but please do not give me your answer based on favorism of a certain audio company thanks any help will be greatly appreciated

A: do not buy boss audio. it is a low quality company that badly over rates its products.
look at the 25 amp fuse.
ohms law states volts times amps equals watts. so, 14.4 volts( car running ) x 25 amps = 360 watts minus the efficiency of the amplifier (around 60%). 14.4 x 25 = 360 x .6 = 216 watts

Q: can you please help me with my system? i best answer.?
2x- Alpine SWR-1222D 12″ 1500 Watts Car Audio Subwoofer

Features:

* 12″ component subwoofer
* Dual 2-ohm voice coils
* Frequency response: 24-500 Hz
* Power handling: 50-500 watts RMS
* Peak power: 1,500 watts
* Sensitivity: 87 dB
* Bumped Backplate
* Compound Radius Curve Pole Geometry
* Custom Cast Aluminum Frame with Integrated Heat Transfer Plate
* Designed and Engineered in the USA
* Dual Progressive Oversized Nomex® Spiders
* Dual Stacked Magnets
* Extra Length Extended Pole
* Flared Pole Vent
* High Strength Brass Voice Coil Bobbin
* Integrated Tinsel Lead Design
* Kevlar Reinforced Pulp Cone
* Magnetically Optimized Motor Structure (Pat. Pend.)
* Oversized Parabolic Dustcap

POWER ACOUSTIK BAMF2000/1D (BAMF20001D)
MONO Class-D 2000W BAMF Series AMPLIFIER

Features:

o Hi Speed Digital Circuitry
o Fully Regulated PWM Power Supply
o Four Way Protection Circuit
o 1 Ohm Stable
o Bridging Synchronization
o Variable Low Pass 40Hz-200Hz
o Variable Subsonic Filter 20Hz-50hz
o Variable Subwoofer EQ @ 45Hz
o Phase Switch 0-180
o Remote Dash Mount Low Level Gain Control With Cable
o Frequency Response: 15Hz to 150hz
o S/N Ratio: 100db
o THD: 0.5%
o System Distress Indicator
o Inputs Sensitivity: 200mv-8v
o Dual Mono Speaker Output Connectors
o Platinum Plated Heavy Duty Power & Speaker Terminals

* SPECIFICATIONS
o Amplifier Class : Class D
o Number of Channels : 1-Channel
o Maximum Power : 2000 Watts
o RMS Power Output @ 4 Ohms : 600 Watts x 1-Channel
o RMS Power Output @ 2 Ohms : 1200 Watts x 1-Channel
o Bridged Power : N/A
o THD : 0.02%
o Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB) : 97db
o Frequency Response (Hz) : 20Hz~200hz
o Built-in Crossover : N/A
o High-Pass Crossover Frequency : N/A
o Low-Pass Crossover Frequency : 40Hz~200Hz
o Bass Boost : 0dB~18dB
o Bass Remote : Yes
o Fan Cooled : N/A
o Fuse Rating : 40A x 2
o Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) Inches : 11.5″ x 2.2″ x 9.2″
o Approximate Weight : 9.5 LBS

A: I assume you want to know how to hook the amp to the sub.
First you want 1200W from your amp to your subs 600ea. So you want to wire your subs for a 2ohm load. To do this w/2ohm coils, wire the coils of each sub in series.
coil1+ to coil2- coil2+ to coil1-
This gives you 4ohms per sub. Then wire them to the amp in parallel.
amp+ to both subs coil1+ amp- to both subs coil1-
This gives you 2ohms total load on the subs( 4ohms in parallel=2ohms)
Then wire it to the 2ohm output on the amp. (maximum transfer of power occurs when load resistance=internal resistance)(2ohms out to 2ohms load)

Q: Car Subwoofer problems.?
What would be the best match for this speaker. I have 2 hooked up right now.

12″ Dual 2 ohms Premier Champion Series Subwoofer
Power Handling:
Peak: 1200 watts
RMS: 400 watts
Impedance: Dual 2 ohms
Sensitivity 89 dB
Frequency Response: 18 Hz – 500 Hz
Gross Weight: 15 lb. 10 oz.
2 ohm Dual Voice Coil Wiring
Double Stacked Magnets and High Power Motor Assembly
Wide Roll, 3-layer Fiber Woven Radial Surround.

Also what would be a reason 1 of my subs are hitting harder than the other. My wires are connected and clean. this is my amp.

SPL FX2-1250 1250W Max, FX Series 2-Channel Amplifier
RMS Power Rating:
4 ohms: 220 watts x 2 chan.
2 ohms: 280 watts x 2 chan.
Bridged, @ 4 ohms: 360 watts x 1 chan.
Full Mosfet Power Supply
PWM Circuitry
Full Selectable Crossover Hi/Full/Low
Three Way Protection Circuit
2 Ohm Stable Stereo
Tri-Mode Capable
Variable Low Pass 50 Hz-500 Hz
Variable Hi Pass 30 Hz-500 Hz
Variable 18 dB Bass Boost @ 40 Hz
Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 30 KHz
S/N Ratio: 98dB
THD: 0.02%
System Distress Indicator
4 Guage Power / Ground Connection
Platinum Plated RCA Connectors
Line Output
High/Low Level Inputs with Floating Ground
Remote Dash Mount Bass Control
Bass Control
Dimensions: 12.8″ L x 11.1″ W x 2.3″ H

I was thinking maybe because my amp isn’t big enough to push them both past a certain percent of their max power that my amp is trying to put more power into 1 sub so it atleast hits? I have them wired as followed. I have each speaker hookeed up 1 on each channel. so it looks like this…. Subwoofer 1 positive wire on channel 1 positive and same with neg. Subwoofer 2 positive wire on channel 2’s positive and same with that neg wire. Please help!!

A: Underpowering them so much, I would suggect a Mono amp. zx1500.1 kicker. 1500 watts into a 2ohm load. this is the wiring diagram for you.

http://akamaipix.crutchfield.com/ca/learningcenter/car/subwoofer_wiring/2DVC_2-ohm_mono.jpg

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