install amp in engine bay compartment???
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install amp in engine bay compartment???
I have seen a couple boats with marine amps installed in the engine bay compartment. Has anyone else done this? I like the idea. I would rather not run 20' of power and ground wire to the cabin. However I am looking for thoughts and opinions on this.
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Personally I would try and avoid it. The engine bay can be wet, but is almost always hot. Heat is not an amps friend.
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i wouldnt because of the heat....
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I would avoid it. Some amps use relays, which would not be CG approved and could be very bad (ignition risk).
I ran mine using 2 ga jumper cable wire ($40 for 40' of wire). Just bought a set of cables and cut off the ends.
I ran mine using 2 ga jumper cable wire ($40 for 40' of wire). Just bought a set of cables and cut off the ends.
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that is a good idea! Jumpers could easily handle the current flow and are way cheaper than wire by the foot. Shows how we get raped as consumers.