Still need power for HIN!

[dj short-e]

So the paperwork STILL isn't up to "rent" power at HIN show in San Mateo on MARCH 10th. You'd think that if this is the only way to run power to your car that they would be a little more on top of things with this issue. Maybe it just seems difficult to me cuz i've never done it before. Sounds like other people (in NorCaL) have it down, but i just don't get it! I DID look up some power CONVERTERS last night online, but i doubt i can get it in time for the show (since it's on the 10th) AND get in touch with the electric company to run my individual power cable to my car. The whole reason i'm going is to support Tim with KillerGlass. We'll be at his booth, but how much sense does it make to show my KillerGlass if i don't have power to run the damn LED lights on the glass!~ haha.. Oh well, if anyone can make this easier for me, i'de really appreciate it. Hook a first timer up YA?!?

[_Keith_]

Just order a convertor get some cable to hook it to your battery bring a extension cord... I promise thats all you need

[eujin]

damn Jeff, sounds like your stressing out about it man :lol: just give them until the end of this week, if that form isnt posted on the HIN website like the person you spoke to said it would, then go ahead and start stressing out. i'm waiting on the same info as you mang

oh and dont get the orange extension cord, find a black one unless you want to stand out like a sore thumb haha

[dj short-e]

Just order a convertor get some cable to hook it to your battery bring a extension cord... I promise thats all you need

:note to self: don't stress about power issues.. :)

Alright, thanks Keith.. AND Eujin. I'll see about gettin' the converter online.. i found a few good websites to get them on.. i found a GREAT 700 watt box.

[_Keith_]

And bring ducktape... all cords must be taped down... oh and a surge bar incase no one else has one!

[FrankenScion]

Tim will most likely have power in his booth already, have you talked to him about it?

[Krzd1]

HAHAHAHAHAAHA

Jeff----You're killing me brotha!!!!! In with the good, out with the bad.....breathe brotha, breathe.... :) :up:

You'll get it squared away

[dj short-e]

Tim will most likely have power in his booth already, have you talked to him about it?

:FROM TIM @ KILLERGLASS:
I assume we'll have some power because they have a couple halogen lamps for out booth. I know there are huge issues with the Unions, fire marshall etc about running electric from past expierence.

[_Keith_]

:FROM TIM @ KILLERGLASS:
I assume we'll have some power because they have a couple halogen lamps for out booth. I know there are huge issues with the Unions, fire marshall etc about running electric from past expierence.

Yep this is why I told you to bring the ducktape! All cords must be taped down.....

[dj short-e]

Yep this is why I told you to bring the ducktape! All cords must be taped down.....

duct tape, and (AT LEAST) a 700watt CONVERTER!

GOT IT

[Neothin]

look up power inteli. Eujin and I have been talking over the past 2-3 weeks about getting him setup for the same HIN show. He got his converter and it will arrive monday. If you order by the end of the week, you'll more than likely have yours by the 10th.

HIN Miami never put up a form for power up online. The day of the roll in (day before the show) i brought the tC in and searched the convention center. The power company had a small table with a couple of computers set up in the corner and they were taking orders for power. My power cable was run the morning of the day of the show. It just so happens that i had an ethernet connection too :P internet at HIN? awwwww yeah!

[_Keith_]

duct tape, and (AT LEAST) a 700watt CONVERTER!

GOT IT


Yea 40 amp or 60 amp whatever u want... biggers better so you dont have to upgrade later:up:

[_Keith_]

Just found this site... this is a good deal right here...

http://www.bestconverter.com/Inteli-Power-PD9145A-Includes-Charge-Wizard_p_39-13.html

Wish it was a bit higher then 13.6 though

[eujin]

in depth specs of the power supply i bought can be seen here
http://www.pyramidcaraudio.com/manuals/PS52K.pdf

Jeff, you get one yet?

[_Keith_]

in depth specs of the power supply i bought can be seen here
http://www.pyramidcaraudio.com/manuals/PS52K.pdf

Jeff, you get one yet?

VEry nice... 13.8

DId you recieve it yet? Still wanna know if the connections are big enough to allow a 4 gauge wire... thats the only concern I have about that one.

[eujin]

its coming Monday Keith. So I'll have to wait, but I'll keep you posted man.

[_Keith_]

its coming Monday Keith. So I'll have to wait, but I'll keep you posted man.

Thanks...

I got phils (well I need to go get it) so I have one for the show.

[dj short-e]

in depth specs of the power supply i bought can be seen here
http://www.pyramidcaraudio.com/manuals/PS52K.pdf

Jeff, you get one yet?

NOPE not yet.. but i found a few good sites to get them. That was cash that i was gonna spend on light but.. guess thats not happenin'!! hmm.. anywho, im still workin' on gettin' the converter.. i really dont have the money, but i'll figure it out.

Oh and a NEW problem now, my freakin' headlight went out cuz my connector melted.. or something.. so i think its shorting out. Not sure if i should just get another connector and SPLICE it in or what. (thats the easier/cheaper option)

[_Keith_]

NOPE not yet.. but i found a few good sites to get them. That was cash that i was gonna spend on light but.. guess thats not happenin'!! hmm.. anywho, im still workin' on gettin' the converter.. i really dont have the money, but i'll figure it out.

Oh and a NEW problem now, my freakin' headlight went out cuz my connector melted.. or something.. so i think its shorting out. Not sure if i should just get another connector and SPLICE it in or what. (thats the easier/cheaper option)'
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you running after market bulbs? To much wattage sounds like

[dj short-e]

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you running after market bulbs? To much wattage sounds like

YES i've got hyper whites... but i've never had a problem with them before.

[killerglass]

RE: Power at HIM

I have a meeting tues Feb 27 at HIN corporate where I'll discuss the optins with then.

I'll post back my findings.
:fart:

[dj short-e]

Alright, i got my power converter ordered and its on the way.. here's what i got..

Pyramid PS86KX 80 AMP. Super Heavy Duty Rack Mount Power Supply w/Cooling Fan.

-Rack Mountable Chassis
-Multiple Screw Terminal Connectors
-Crowbar Over-Voltage Protection
-Electronic Overload Protection with Auto-Reset
-Short Circuit & Thermal Protection
-Resettable Circuit Breaker
-Built-In Cooling Fan
-3 Prong Grounded AC Plug
-Heavy Duty Cabinet & Heatsink W/Anti-Skid Rubber Feet
-4 Roller Casters
-Input: A1G 115V Ac, 60Hz
-Output: A1G13.8V Dc
-80 Amp Constant
-85 Amp Surge

[_Keith_]

Nice... 80 amp uh... plenty of room to grow on with that!

[eujin]

goddamn man, you went all out and your still stressed! LOL j/k

hey Keith mine is here in my possession, i'll let you know if the 4gauge wiring fits or not. give me a few mins mang

[dj short-e]

goddamn man, you went all out and your still stressed! LOL j/k

hey Keith mine is here in my possession, i'll let you know if the 4gauge wiring fits or not. give me a few mins mang

actually i dont think it comes with any cables (except for power cable) so i still have to get those... NOW i'm lookin' into some lighting from Oznium.. im not gonna get alot so im tryin' to get THE BEST stuff that not really expensive for now.. and upgrade later.. but i wanna get some engine bay lighting (flex led's) and some interior lights.. don't really know what size to get.

[eujin]

ok late night update:

the 4gauge wiring doesnt fit the screw terminals...sooooo i had to look for some banana connectors, cuz those are the right connections for the terminals on the power supply...the only problem is, i had to find one that fit the thick 4gauge wiring. i took my chance and landed these...let the pics do the talking (i'm gonna test it out tomorrow)

http://www.reaction-image.net/albums/jinslude/DSC_0133.jpg

http://www.reaction-image.net/albums/jinslude/DSC_0142_001.jpg

http://www.reaction-image.net/albums/jinslude/DSC_0146.jpg

http://www.reaction-image.net/albums/jinslude/DSC_0148_001.jpg

those banana connectors i bought have a big opening that BARELY fits the 4gauge wiring, i'm talking barely like the strands of wire 1 by 1. but it fits snug if cut the right amount of wire. then i just secured it really well with electrical tape, it doesnt budge or is loose at all. :)

thats my go with it

[_Keith_]

Test it out...

See thats why I was worried about that type and recommended the type I know works..

Hope it works out for you.

[Neothin]

ya should've jsut gotten the rv power supply eujin ^^


none of this banana connector crap needed!

[eujin]

its all good...i'm workin with what i've got

[eujin]

so heres another update. the power supply works really good. i turned all my lighting on, and my system up 70% volume with the gain turned up all the way to see how man amps it would suck...it was constantly hitting 18amps, with LOTS of headroom to spare for other components.

i'm satisfied with my purchase :)

[_Keith_]

so heres another update. the power supply works really good. i turned all my lighting on, and my system up 70% volume with the gain turned up all the way to see how man amps it would suck...it was constantly hitting 18amps, with LOTS of headroom to spare for other components.

i'm satisfied with my purchase :)


Sweet posted how you connected it because Jeff is gonna have the same problem... or just go buy it for Jeff so when he gets here you can give it to him.

[eujin]

I have two extra banana plugs, came in a 4pack. But I wont be able to get it to him until the 9th, the day of the roll-in...

i gotta call Bamm to see if we can do something early am Friday at the BLG if anyone needs any last minute preparations, tools, small mods, etc. or burn gas to meet the requirement for the show

[dj short-e]

I have two extra banana plugs, came in a 4pack. But I wont be able to get it to him until the 9th, the day of the roll-in...

i gotta call Bamm to see if we can do something early am Friday at the BLG if anyone needs any last minute preparations, tools, small mods, etc. or burn gas to meet the requirement for the show

YES! please let me know exactly what kind of wiring i need so i can get it before i take off.. BUT if you have those connectors that you know fit on there.. i could buy those from you or whatever! Just let me know..

Thanks

[_Keith_]

I have two extra banana plugs, came in a 4pack. But I wont be able to get it to him until the 9th, the day of the roll-in...

i gotta call Bamm to see if we can do something early am Friday at the BLG if anyone needs any last minute preparations, tools, small mods, etc. or burn gas to meet the requirement for the show


Well I was gonna ask bamm... but Im leaving work at 11:30 and was planning on heading to his place

[killerglass]

OK here's the deal on power

Link to order it

http://www.hotimportnights.com/media/events/203_Electrical_Forms.pdf

Where it says what booth # just put in "Car Row"

Fax the form back to the address on the form (you need adobe PDF the read it)

This is an independent company that handles it, NOT HIN

Do it asap

When you arrive at the show there will be a smal booth that says "electrical" give them a copy of your form, contract or any other info you mailed and they will set you up with power.

There are different power levels from like 500 watts to 50 amps depending on what you need.

I am enclosing the form in a download in case the link goes bad

Hope this helps:toast:

[dj short-e]

Just order a convertor get some cable to hook it to your battery bring a extension cord... I promise thats all you need

Does this offer mean i dont need to order my own power?? I was just wondering (not stressing) since Tim posted the form for POWER! Its not a very cheap thing is it??! hmm.. anybody wanna share power?

[eujin]

according to EvilDave you can't share power, they won't let you.

[_Keith_]

according to EvilDave you can't share power, they won't let you.


Well not gonna go against dave...

But ive had power and never paid for it the last 3 shows....

[eujin]

thanks Tim! gonna fill mine out ASAP

[HeartagramtC]

ok so i havent yet got a converter, i dont know how many amps i will need. i dont wana spend very much cuz moneys tight right now. so since eujin said he was only hitting 18 amps. should i be good with a 30 amp convertor? i dont have any subs, but i dnt knw.

[Neothin]

what will you be powering?

[Neothin]

oooo btw, guys... i need a huge favor to ask of one of you.

At HIN they hand out that years NCCA rulebook to all the competitors. I have a 2006 rulebook..... i need the one for 07. Can one of you snag me an extra one and mail it to me? PWWEEEEEZ! :)

[HeartagramtC]

i will be powering, four superflux leds, 30 uv leds, flowlighting inferno kit, taillights, two 19"million color flex leds, 4 sets of 12" cathodes, a 750watt power inverter for my disco ball motor nad two lava lamps, and my stock stereo not at full volume.

[_Keith_]

Yea 30 should be more then enough

[dj short-e]

Well not gonna go against dave...

But ive had power and never paid for it the last 3 shows....

It would be great if i could share power with someone.. those prices are kinda high especially since the converter was $400!! GRRR.. So who wants to share with me?? haha.. and im not EXACTLY sure how the power converter works but maybe i can share mine with someone if they share power with me?!? is that possible?.. i think my converter is a 1000watt/80Amp box..\

I'm runnin' my audio/video and some lights...

[HeartagramtC]

on another note, what wire and connectors do i need?? i knw some 4 guage would work but how long? thanks!

[_Keith_]

on another note, what wire and connectors do i need?? i knw some 4 guage would work but how long? thanks!

Id say at least 10 ft each... +/-

But you may want to get the other style not the one they are getting... But if you get the style these guys are getting make sure you get the connectors eujin got!

[dj short-e]

Damn, this is gonna be an expensive show.

QUESTIONS:

1. Can i get ONE last ruling on this?!?.. Is it possible for me to share power with someone or do i just need to spend the $150 to run my own?

2. I'm pretty much LOST on filling this electrical form out..If i'm running audio/video system (7 monitors, 3 sub, not full blast and maybe some lights) Do i need the 1000watt outlet or just the 500watt outlet from the wall? Do i just fill out the "Electrical Service" at the top of the form or what?? Holy shit, i needed to see this like MONTHS ago.. guess i know now that indoor shows are a HUGE pain and pretty damn expensive. I was actually goin' to order some lights before the show, but i think thats outta the question now. Maybe i'll just bring a little battery to run my KillerGlass and leave everything else off!

[eujin]

1.keep asking around mang, i'm just gonna stick to what Dave said cuz thats just me.

2.get the 1000watt outlet from the wall to be on safe side.

[eujin]

post up if you faxed in your order for electricity.

i just did mine today at work. i think tomorrow is the last day to fax it in before you have to pay the late order pricing which is insane

[HeartagramtC]

dude i dnt get how to do the form!!! arghh!! can someone help out? and i have to fax it?

[dj short-e]

How are you using that Negative cable with those connectors since we have to have the negative terminal disconnected? Dont you need the clamp going to the negative post instead?? I'm going in to get my cable today. Sounds like im gettin' 2 gauge, cuz they already have them made.


ok late night update:

the 4gauge wiring doesnt fit the screw terminals...sooooo i had to look for some banana connectors, cuz those are the right connections for the terminals on the power supply...the only problem is, i had to find one that fit the thick 4gauge wiring. i took my chance and landed these...let the pics do the talking (i'm gonna test it out tomorrow)

http://www.reaction-image.net/albums/jinslude/DSC_0148_001.jpg

those banana connectors i bought have a big opening that BARELY fits the 4gauge wiring, i'm talking barely like the strands of wire 1 by 1. but it fits snug if cut the right amount of wire. then i just secured it really well with electrical tape, it doesnt budge or is loose at all. :)

thats my go with it

[eujin]

disconnect it? whatchu talkin bout willis. and what clamp are you talkin about too? cuz you lost me mang

[_Keith_]

How are you using that Negative cable with those connectors since we have to have the negative terminal disconnected? Dont you need the clamp going to the negative post instead?? I'm going in to get my cable today. Sounds like im gettin' 2 gauge, cuz they already have them made.


On your car you have the bolt/nut where you can add extra terminals, just unbolt and bolt this down.

[dj short-e]

disconnect it? whatchu talkin bout willis. and what clamp are you talkin about too? cuz you lost me mang

I heard we have to disconnect the NEGATIVE battery terminal for the show.. so i was just wondering how that negative connector is supposed to work but its been explained! i think...

[dj short-e]

Hey I never got a confirmation e-mail from the power company for my outlet at the show!!! Aren't we supposed to get something like that, or do we just bring our original paper work?

[eujin]

just bring your paperwork, i'm sure they will have a booth you have to go to if you ordered electricity

[killerglass]

just bring your paperwork, i'm sure they will have a booth you have to go to if you ordered electricity


Like he said, bring your paperwork. They will have a booth there for electrical

See you guys there, were leaving tomorrow am at dawn:weight::beer: