Should i run a larger altenator or dual batteries or both?

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Krystal J

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i have 2 kicker L7 15's in my 2001 yukon denali, which are 2000 watts rms total and i have (2) 1000x1 JL amps ran to each speaker. that is 1 amp on each speaker so they are pretty much maxed out, it is draining my brand new optima battery. with that kind of watts ran, should i get a larger altenator or run another battery in the truck. also, if i buy a larger altenator, would i still need to run the other battery?
also, which altenators are better to run so i would possibly not have to run aanother battery. or which kind of battery would be better to run a drycell or deep cycle marine?
 
Doesn't sound like running another battery will solve your problem. Although it would be a good idea to run two with a switch that uses one for starting and one for running electrical components, so you won't be stranded.

Sounds like a higher output alternator is in need.
 
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