How do I get additinal power

Discussion in 'CB Radio Forum' started by 1989 Pete, May 14, 2009.

  1. 1989 Pete

    1989 Pete "Pine Tree Eater"

    I'm going to get a Connex Turbo soon what else can i purchase with this to be in the 500 -700 wattage range?

    Thanks?
     
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  3. Lightninrod

    Lightninrod Light Load Member

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    Maybe an amp from your Connex source?
     
  4. jessejamesdallas

    jessejamesdallas Road Train Member

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    I would stick with a Dual Final radio, something like the Connex 3300 or General Lee, and get a 4-pill Amp to go with it...Then you'll be able to swing in the 500 to 600w range easily...Or go with a 1x4 or 2x4 amp, and get in the 900 to 1000w range!
     
  5. 1989 Pete

    1989 Pete "Pine Tree Eater"

    Thanks driva I'm new to the cb power thing!
     
  6. 1989 Pete

    1989 Pete "Pine Tree Eater"

    Do you have a website where i can compare these things?
     
  7. FriedTater

    FriedTater Keeper of The Snakes

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    Technology has pretty well evened the Field on amps
    Any of these will be very close when the PEP shakes out.

    XForce
    FatBoy
    Davemade
    Worldwide
    Messanger
    Texas Star
     
    1989 Pete Thanks this.
  8. 1989 Pete

    1989 Pete "Pine Tree Eater"

    Thanks now when running these amps do i need to hook up any other power source to run all of this or will the normal power setting be enough?
     
  9. FriedTater

    FriedTater Keeper of The Snakes

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    All Amps should be hardwired directly to the batteries.
    150-250 use 8ga w/ 40amp fuse
    250-500 use 6 ga w/60 amp fuse

    Always use crimped or soldered connections,never use black tape.
     
  10. 1989 Pete

    1989 Pete "Pine Tree Eater"

    thanks for all your help i'll definatley keep ya posted!
     
  11. rabbiporkchop

    rabbiporkchop Road Train Member

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    If you are looking for Messenger amps talk to Stringbean379 in San Diego California. He knows Ray (the guy who builds them) personally.
     
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