headlight flicker
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headlight flicker
Last night I noticed that my headlights will dim when I apply the brakes. Also, when the car first starts, the ECC display flickers like it'* not getting enough power. Could this be an alternator or wiring problem, or is it just typical GM electronics?
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That'* what I was thinking...I was just hoping that it was crappy wiring. I've already spent enough to fix the car, so the alternator is going to have to wait until it is just about ready to die before I get to it.
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That'* what I was thinking...I was just hoping that it was crappy wiring. I've already spent enough to fix the car, so the alternator is going to have to wait until it is just about ready to die before I get to it.
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Re: headlight flicker
Originally Posted by 96SSEi_tampa
Last night I noticed that my headlights will dim when I apply the brakes. Also, when the car first starts, the ECC display flickers like it'* not getting enough power. Could this be an alternator or wiring problem, or is it just typical GM electronics?
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Re: headlight flicker
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Originally Posted by 96SSEi_tampa
Last night I noticed that my headlights will dim when I apply the brakes. Also, when the car first starts, the ECC display flickers like it'* not getting enough power. Could this be an alternator or wiring problem, or is it just typical GM electronics?
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everyone I have talked to who is into audio says dont get a cap. I am waiting for spring (if it lasts that long) so I can have a job again (landscaping) and then I will probably put a 160amp alt in there.
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Originally Posted by corvettecrazy
everyone I have talked to who is into audio says dont get a cap. I am waiting for spring (if it lasts that long) so I can have a job again (landscaping) and then I will probably put a 160amp alt in there.
how many RMS are you running?
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Originally Posted by corvettecrazy
300 watts
amp: JBL 300.1
subs: 2 10" MTX roadthunders in sealed boxes
amp: JBL 300.1
subs: 2 10" MTX roadthunders in sealed boxes