[Hit Man X]

Anyway...if my charging system isn't working so well (and I know it ain't) could this be a reason for my amp not kicking on?

I know the wiring is fine as it will come on for a few seconds then go back off.

Should I try bypassing the cap? I have a new alt in the mail...

 

[99redsilv]

check all your grounds, make sure any of the wires aint touching, the amp could also be bad. The charging system would have nothing to do with it, everything else in the electrical system would be screwy not just an amp.

 

[metz]

check the voltage on your turn on lead.

 

[BuiltNotBought99]

sounds like it might be getting hot or you might be running it at the wrong ohms to me.

 

[03rado]

I'd check your grounds, I also agree with what built suggested

 

[1badazzchevy]

Grounding. I think 99 meant voltage and not ohms, unless he has a good reason how resistance is playing a major role in your power. Powering on, and then goes off after a few seconds is not a good sign. Possibly the amp
Try keeping a voltmeter at the turn on lead, and then at the power lead. See what happens when you turn the ignition or deck on.

 

[Forklift]

badazz said it all, you need to test it and get back to us