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I need to know if i can use 550 watt power cables from my old amp to power my new 700 watt amp?

I have a 240 watt jbl subwoofer in my truck and a 200 watt kenwood amp i bought a kit of 550 watts.But i just bought a 900 watt visonik subwoofer and a 700 watt visonik amp. i need to know if i can use the 550 watt power,ground,rca cables for my new system?

Answer:

yes you can those watts posted are peak power stats.. the rms wattage is less than half that so youll be fine
You can use them, but you won't get the most from your equipment. However, I don't think anyone will be able to tell the difference, it will be minuscule.
No, you don't have enough power, but you can sure as hell try.
The load ratings on amp install kits aren't usually very accurate. If it is an 8 or 4 gauge cable, I would replace it. Go with a 2 or 1/0 gauge kit. This might seem like a bit of an overkill. But, like I tell everyone. If you lay the groundwork right the first time, You won;t have to tear it up late when you want to upgrade.

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