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  1. Posted

    I have been ask a few very common questions, so I figured I would just post some of them up. If you have any questions post them up. I will answer them or find the answer for you.

    CCA is the maximum amperes that can be continuously removed from a battery for 30 seconds at 0°F before its voltage drops to unusable levels. A 550 CCA battery can supply 550 amperes for 30 seconds at 0°F. This was important back in the days when vehicles took a long time to start. Now if you put a charge to your starter for 30 seconds it would probably burn up, and it doesn't make any difference in car audio.

    CCA is the same test as above but at 32°F.

    AMP-HOUR RATING is a unit of measurement for battery capacity, obtained by multiplying a current flow in amperes by the time in hours of discharge. (Example: A battery which delivers 5 amperes for 20 hours delivers 5 amperes times 20 hours, or 100 ampere-hours.) So, unless you are running a system that has a low amperage pull for hours this rating is useless.

    Deep Cycle Batteries/Cranking Batteries: Flooded batteries use the Deep Cycle info a lot and with some battery companies and types of batteries you have to buy a separate battery for starting. With XS Power our batteries can be used as starting batteries or as secondary batteries. Our batteries are engineered with advanced technology that gives the batteries the ability to be used as a starting battery and as a deep cycle battery.

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  4. Posted

    There is NO differance in the two batterys. They are the SAME battery. The S3400 has a red sticker and comes with the SAE post adaptor kit. The S3400 is the only battery in the "S" seires that does NOT come with a steel case. "S" stands for starting.

    Wow, where did you hear that ................LOL :drink40:

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  6. Posted

    I haven't seen this posted here or other places yet and am wondering what battery charger out there is capable of charging these new 14v batteries?

    Sorry I missed this one.

    The easiest would be with the alternator and the VCM, but they can be charged with the intellicharger. We are coming out with a 14v option charger this spring. The 14v just cant be charged over 16.9volts.

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  7. Posted

    Well, I learned something today.

    AH = snake oil for the uninformed.

    So, it's actually max amps we should be paying attention to? That goes against everything I read on the interweb. Damn I hate being a sheep.

    Where would I find this number on my current battery? :peepwall:

    Feel free to send your battery in and I will put it on the dyno for you and let you know what the ratings are.

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  9. Posted

    Not sure if MechMan still offers free shipping or not, but you may want to check here at SSA and see if they have any specials. Not trying to take away from MechMan, but I always think its good to support the forum since it is giving the members so already, but that is just MHO.

    Thanks for throwing me under the bus after your the one that told me I could get the free shipping there.ohmy.gif LOL just kidding. Good to see the store got updated.wink.gif

    I told you to go to through mechman on a post here?

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  11. Posted

    Well this product looks very promising and you can count on me getting one when its available saying the price is reasonable.

    I would send denim a PM letting him know you are interested in it. He may be able to provide you with some pricing.

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  12. Posted

    Thanks for setting me straight Nathan, I should of just said they were the same batt. As far as ordering, The store on here DOES NOT have the 3400 batterys? or I would of ordered here as Mathew at MechMan was NOT very friendly. I am scared to call them back with ANY questions.

    This post was edited fo better choose of words.

    Didn't mean it as setting you straight..........lol We are currently working with SSA to get there store full of all the XS Power Products!!! Would prob be a good idea to let them know what products you are looking for, and they may help determine what the most desired items are.

    Why doesn't the store on SSA carry the 3400 batterys?

    We are working on it. I am sure they will have a larger selection here very soon.

    Why doesn't the store on SSA carry the 3400 batterys?

    The same thing I was thinking just guessed since it was one of there newer models SSA just didnt have a chance to update there site.

    So when it comes to your batteries than should we ignore the AH rating or should consumers ignore the AH rating when shopping for a battery period. From my understanding and some of the things I heard it is usually at best to have at least your half your amps rating in Ah worth of batteries.

    Ok I checked your battery group and it is a group 75 battery, which is kind of in between on size with a couple of our batteries. You should be able to use the S3400, but please take a look at and see. The group 75 battery is 9.06 L x 7.06 W x 7.31 H. The 3400 is 10.24 L x 6.75 W x 7.20 H. So the 3400 is just over a inch longer than your OEM battery. If you have an extra 1/2 inch on both sides it should work, and that would be a awesome battery to use. If you are using the side terminals I would suggest the IBAR Kit 551 or 555.

    As for the AH rating. AH ratings are low amperage out puts for extended periods of time. For instance a 100AH battery can put out 5 amps for 20 hours. I dont know of a car audio enthusiast that only has a 5 amp draw from their system and runs it for 20 hours, so really in the car audio world AH, CA, and CCA ratings really do not mean anything. Car audio needs instantaneous power at high rates like MAX AMPS (instant burst of energy).

    Yeah I have up to 11" in my stock location so I will I be fine with the D3400 if that is all that I need, is there any difference between this battery and the D2400 (both seem to be fairly the same but the D2400 can handle a little more since it is the only one SSA is selling at the moment).

    The 2400 may be to tall for your application (8.31"). May want to check and make sure (also the 2400 has a higher list price than the 3400). Both tthe 2400 and 2400 produce 2500 watts as starting batteries and 4000watts as secondary batteries. I would go with the 3400 and the 555 IBAR kit if you are using side terminals.

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  13. Posted

    Thanks guys!!! Now I just need to cut and paste this on a email for my boss...........lol

    I just try to offer customer service to people the way I expect to get it when I am purchasing something. I dont want to spend extra $$$ for something that I really dont need, but I dont care to spend a little extra $$$ if it is going to help in the long run. I will be the first to tell you that I do not have all the answers, but if I dont know the answer I have plenty of professional competitors here on staff to help me figure it out.

    Its not just me, but everyone here at XS Power knows that with out our customers we would not be in business today. There are way to many companies that look at people as Order Numbers and not customers, and we do not believe in that.

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  14. Posted

    How much is it for a D3400 shipped to 76011? Thanks

    Don't know if the deal is still good but I bought mine from MechMan because they had FREE SHIPPING!!! I payed $239 shipped for the d3400 and $180 shipped for the D1200. Also if your wondering the diff between the S3400 and D3400, The only diff is the S3400 is red and comes with An I-bar and metal protective case. They are the same battery.

    Neither the D3400 or S3400 come with a protective metal case. They are both reinforced to handle the heat from under the hood applications. Also, the S3400 doesn't come with an IBAR kit. It does come with automotive terminals though and the D3400 just comes with the bolts and washers for use with ring terminals. You are correct though they are the same battery except for the auto terminals and the blue or red decals.

    Not sure if MechMan still offers free shipping or not, but you may want to check here at SSA and see if they have any specials. Not trying to take away from MechMan, but I always think its good to support the forum since it is giving the members so already, but that is just MHO.

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  16. Posted

    So when it comes to your batteries than should we ignore the AH rating or should consumers ignore the AH rating when shopping for a battery period. From my understanding and some of the things I heard it is usually at best to have at least your half your amps rating in Ah worth of batteries.

    Ok I checked your battery group and it is a group 75 battery, which is kind of in between on size with a couple of our batteries. You should be able to use the S3400, but please take a look at and see. The group 75 battery is 9.06 L x 7.06 W x 7.31 H. The 3400 is 10.24 L x 6.75 W x 7.20 H. So the 3400 is just over a inch longer than your OEM battery. If you have an extra 1/2 inch on both sides it should work, and that would be a awesome battery to use. If you are using the side terminals I would suggest the IBAR Kit 551 or 555.

    As for the AH rating. AH ratings are low amperage out puts for extended periods of time. For instance a 100AH battery can put out 5 amps for 20 hours. I dont know of a car audio enthusiast that only has a 5 amp draw from their system and runs it for 20 hours, so really in the car audio world AH, CA, and CCA ratings really do not mean anything. Car audio needs instantaneous power at high rates like MAX AMPS (instant burst of energy).

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  17. Posted

    Well I appreciate it, didnt know you guys batteries were that powerful.

    Yeah they pack a punch. For instance the 1200 will give you 1500 watts as a starting battery and 3000 watts as a secondary battery. The 3100 will give you 5000+ watts of power as a secondary battery and 4000 watts of power as a starting battery.

    We have a chart in one of our brochures I will try to post up here tomorrow and it shows the wattage per battery.

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  18. Posted

    I have a 2003 Saturn Ion with 105 Amp alternator, I want to replace starting battery and add a secondary battery for my setup. I will use a Sundown SAZ-2000D @ 2ohms (1000watts) and 2 Sundown SAX-125.2 (about 500 watts used between the two), my system wont use no more than 1600-1700rms at the most (over estimating it). What two batteries will suit my needs?

    Thanks,

    Jay

    I do not have my fitment guide here at home, so I will have to check and see what BCI Group battery your application uses when I get into the office tomorrow. it is probably the 3400, but I will have to check and make sure. If it is the 3400 to be honest you may not really wouldn't need a second battery. The 3400 will give you power for about 2500watts used as a starting battery. Just depends on how you are going to be using your system.

    I will check in the morning and let you know for sure though.

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  19. Posted

    We make HO alternators to order. Most applications come in 150/200/250amp options and the 300amp competition alternator. The come with a 12 month manufactures warranty with the option of purchasing a Peace of Mind Accidental Damage Warranty, which provides you with 12 months of full warranty on the alternator. All of the alternators we make come with everything you need to bolt it up and get going.

    There is an application guide on the site. www.4xspower.com

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  20. Posted

    when will the patent(s) for this device be finalized so you can spill the beans on exactly how this device works as i still have many questions about how this device works.

    LOL not soon enough for us! We are still waiting for it to come in, but they can take a long time sometimes.

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  22. Posted

    I had a hard time reading you application list on your website. Will these be available for the 03 ford escape/mazda tribute 3.0L?

    They are currently working on a new application guide for the site, since the one we have is not very user friendly.

    As of right now we will not be able to offer a VCM for that model.

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  23. Posted

    I don't see any price on these?

    It does the same thing as MLA voltage module? Just maybe cheaper I guess ?

    I guess you could say the MLA is kind of like the VCM, although the only thing that is similar is that the MLA will increase your charging voltage dependent upon the value that comes from the company . There is no adjust-ability with the MLA.

    The VCM is like a computer in itself and allows you to adjust your voltage to your desired voltage and it will be a constant voltage. You can adjust it up to 19.5 volts on most alternators if you want. For example if you find that your system runs best when you are charging at 14.9volts. You program the VCM to 14.9 votls and it will recharge at a constant voltage of 14.9. This allows the user to attain the optimal recharge rate for their system without seeing the drop in voltage. The VCM will run multiple alternators with just one controller and the harness. Also after you program the voltage in and have it set the VCM turns in to a voltage gauge that you can use to monitor your voltage output.

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  24. Posted

    I am sure everyone is aware of our new Voltage Control Module, but here is a little info just in case. The VCM allows you to control the voltage output of your alternator and set it at a constant voltage. Once you have it set the voltage will not drop below the voltage you programed it for. The VCM plugs directly into your alternator (works on OEM or HO alternators) and the controller can be mounted on the dash or any where you want to install it. It allows you to make adjustments to your voltage output from inside the vehicle.

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    These VCM Kits are ready to go and ship same day.

    XSP 310-312 VCM combo kit (86-97 (and some newer years) GM applications 4 wire rectangle plug)

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    XSP 310-313 VCM combo kit (for 95 and up GM applications with 4 wire oval alternator plugs)

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    XSP 310-314 VCM combo kit (85-95 import 4 wire round plug)

    XSP 310-317 VCM combo kit (84-96 import 3 wire round plug)

    To make sure you are getting the correct kit you really need to check your alternator and look at the plug that goes into your alternator. The VCMs are application specific and are determined by the alternator plug. Some vehicles have different type plugs for the same year and model, so please take the time and check the plug for your alternator.

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  25. Posted

    Actually the D6500 is the direct replacement battery for your application. You will get power for about 3000watts using it as your starting battery. This is a very strong battery and we have gotten great results from it! To get optimal performance from your system I would suggest adding a small secondary battery when you are able to. The D925 or D975 would be a great option or even the smaller D680 would add to the efficiency of the system.

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