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: paralleling the BATT from Car Stereo to the Amplifier


audi seuss
Jun 24th, 2012, 09:02 PM
Hi all !

I'm a brand new member and may I ask a question or two ? I'm only in high school but sort of very good with electronics

I want to install an amplifier but i don't want to have to touch the car battery. I'm just wondering if its OK to parallel the BATT+ connector from the Car Stereo into the amplifier.

Thanks :)

SteveM3
Jul 2nd, 2012, 09:09 PM
Unless it is some sort of special amplifier that isn't a good idea. The radio is probably connected via a 10amp fuse, most amps start at a 20 amp fuse and go on upwards from there. There are spare connectors in the fuse box you could use, if I remember correctly the fuse layout and use is on the inside of the fuse cover.