HOW TO: DYI Lithium Car Audio | LiFoPo4 Headway | 6000+ Watts

Links!
Cells: bit.ly/3cDOoMV
Case: bit.ly/2RWKKFP
Busbars: bit.ly/2VsDILq
4S Balancer: amzn.to/2KqF5UC

[@anthonybrown6143]

I want to say that I appreciate the time you took to make this video on how to build your own battery pack and also giving us the information where to get everything we need to build one. You're a blessing my man. Keep up the good work!

[@deshawnjames9962]

I will need one to run a system of 2200 watts

[@KittenRich]

Was about to drop over $1000 on some lithium but reconsidering after watching this. Alway love building my own stuff and saving money, so thanks Parker! Keep it up!

[@JayTown1991]

Wow I have been waiting for a step by step lithium how to for so long never really understood how to build these but after watching this video you made it look so simple! Keep up the good work!!

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Thanks man glad it helped!

[@carlossantiago8321]

Ive been waiting on some money to add Lithium Parker you are getting better and better at this keep it up

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Thanks so much man!

[@jamescorfield534]

I second that emotion

[@raycrews5497]

And now on Nov 11th 2022 I just got the cells at 5 bucks each I got 38 of them great video as usual

[@KittenRich]

I went to coventry buss bars and ordered a set of their 105ah buss bars. Holds 52 headway cells, 13 cells per bank. Little pricey, about $310 but really thick machined aluminum. They have different sizes too. Thanks for the ideas Parker!

[@jsaw1988]

I just ordered me a 40 ah set I'm just confused on what kind of bms

[@xxg0t3mxx]

made mine outta scrap at work!

[@tubesteak5001]

Yep.... Definitely going to have to build my own lithium soon. Thanks for the in depth video. Killing it man

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Thanks man!! It’s definitely the way to go

[@miiiikee_]

Can’t wait to see the new alt and second lithium in. Let that 12k eat!

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Me either!!

[@catch22frubert]

@@ParkerTheBasshead Can't wait, man! Looking awesome so far! That 12k is gonna love it. Now, all you need are some subs that can handle the power!

[@bass321head]

Wow I've been waiting for this one..im.innthe middle of building me a daily budget build..and you did an amazing job at breaking it all down..I've been following for while so keep these good vids coming..

[@trey77]

Thank you for this tutorial!! I have been wondering how to build these myself!!

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

You are very welcome!

[@CrazyWillification]

This is really exciting. I will be doing this for my van conversion. Thank you

[@brianchubb1395]

My dude thank you SSSOOOO MUCH!!! Been trying to figure this out you have helped me emmensly!!

[@jefferycarter1791]

Yeah Parker your the Man......appreciate you..

[@kalyndyck315]

Been watching for a while but never subbed. Definately subscribed, and rung the notification bell after this vid. Thanks

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

I really appreciate you

[@phreaktor]

What an absolutely PERFECT video man! Thank you. This had me in the dark for so long and you explained it all perfectly. I see this is an older video. Is this still the go to tech? I’ve been hearing about CMAX cells and something called “SCIB.”

[@crunkwun]

Thanks for this vid bro.. I'm on the bench tryna figure out if these are worth it.. the vids I've seen on them are a big yes compared to agms.. very helpful vid

[@kevinAuman1]

Bruh, no comparison without a doubt lol I have a juice box 20ah (it would be around half of this I believe) on my test bench with two xs power agm's a d3400 and a d3100 and I'm able to play my soundqubed Q4500.1 all day long without it ever dropping below 12v and I just top em off with a Schumacher smart charger that is 2/6/100amp and there is atleast twice the capacity that it had before I added the juice box... juice box claims their 20ah alone can support 5k watts on a 200amp alt

[@ryanbuck3789]

Badass man thank you for making the video and sharing it. I don't know why there are 5 thumbs down but I guess when you are doing things it always comes with a few haters!

[@Joneyjamz]

Probably because he linked the wrong balancer and it burnt up on them like mine. He linked a 1volt balancer and it appears he used a 2.7 in the vid. Probably didn't do more research and ar mad at him. Lol

[@LectricLetus]

I had a hammer crimper and didn't realize I'd be needing it until recently!

[@markwoods212]

Great video again wow where do you learning all this stuff. Keep up the good work and great content.

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Learn from watching tons of other videos!

[@CoquiAudio]

that is a great idea I will suggest using a 1/8" ticker material aluminum sheet so the amperage will be always strong but bro awesome I see potential here 😊

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Thanks!! Yeah I’ll be upgrading these plates if I find I need to

[@lawrencechaplin6983]

@@ParkerTheBassheaddid you upgrade?

[@ametuerbasshead5163]

Thanks bro definitely might build one.Great video explaining everything!

[@WeltBauern_7117]

passion for creating content💪

[@95Sn95]

I just bought a "beast module" from battery hookup for $341. It comes with 32 headway cells in a steel box but once you ditch the enclosure you have module with the spacer ends and copper buss bars covered with acrilic or lexan all assembled can install it in a box or not.. It's a 24v pack but they said on one side cut the center busses in half and you have 2 12 v modules. So I ordered 2 of the balancers you list on the info.

[@mrwigglezdj]

Have you received it yet and tested? I actually just bought one today lol was going to get 2 but stopped myself

[@justinmatteson206]

I built this same bank according to your video. Just curious as to how thick your busbars are. I order 1/8” thick aluminum and made my own. I want to be sure this is thick enough to handle 3000w rms for my audio system before I put it to use. I also order a 1/4” thick piece as well

[@volvojohn7191]

Very nice video, I'm a subscriber. Can't wait to build my own at some point.

[@RodneyPalmer-be9cs]

Hey Parker, this is Rodney what site did you order your battery box from. I watch your video constantly your pretty cool dude, I like what your doing keep it up..

[@GCSol]

This is a good drinking video. Take a drink every time he says "of course", you will be drunk by the end of the video.

[@downlink00]

The links don't work anymore. And now they have better and different shape (square) cells. Can you update the links? I want to power a 6000watt system with as much ah asi can afford. I also want the height to be as low as possible so it can fit in the tire well in the trunk. Thank you for your help and great video!

[@marcschmuecker6762]

This is an awesome tutorial!

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Thanks man glad you liked it!

[@capt.lennymiller6524]

nice video but don't you need a BMS with these cells?

[@rdmd]

It would be cool to have the referenced "previous video" either in the description or ideally with an overhead link

[@stevedino41]

I would definitely be interested in 2 of these

[@Wayne_omega_cars]

IF you decide to sale these I’ll definitely purchase one at a reasonable price, taking time and labor into consideration... sign me up....

[@rodneygholar1981]

Yeah, let me know too Parker

[@catch22frubert]

Awesome videos Parker. I was looking forward to seeing you put together bank #2. I'm really looking forward to seeing how well the bank does with your MD 12K at fault tilt! Good luck, Man!! Good news for me as well, I just ordered 240 (A123 systems - 26650 cells) to build a 150 amp hour LiFePO4 battery. It should be capable of supporting 3000 amps @ 12+ volts, so 38,000 watts. Let's hope she does as well as the math says she will do.

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Very awesome!!!!!

[@Hulkmastersteve]

Amazing video. I really need help understanding sizing on these and series/parallel considerations. If I want to support a 10,000 watt system, should I add 3 runs of 1/0 on the inside terminals? Also, what should I get in terms of mah and other considerations for a battery bank that will support such watts. Because a Salt8k wants 3 runs of 1/0, that means 900 possible amps of flow!! Can I make a battery sized up enough to support such discharge? I really am struggling to understand required amps from a bank of LIFEPO4 cells. How many amps can this one you demonstrated support? Am I going about this the wrong way in my thought process? Just want to understand how to scale up to 10,000 watts supported by cells. Thanks for any of your time!!

[@hellbillywv5724]

Great video as usual great info but, the link for the balancer is dead. What brand and size balancer is it 3s, 4s or what? Thanks and keep the great content coming

[@Hertzsogood219]

Hey Parker! Love your videos. I just built a headway bank and i want to use it in parallel with my agm batteries as you did here and i would use an isolater but i there is alot of people that say not to do it, or that the agms wont even add any extra power unless the lipo4 bank drops to 12.6 at which point the lipo would be close to dead. I would think that the agm would help power a system with no issues while using an isolater. How was your experience running lipo4 with agm?

[@therobb5738]

Have you considered a solar panel to add some bonus charge to your system, and keep your batteries topped off while its parked?

[@Audysseus]

now i am

[@Audysseus]

YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ACTUALLLY my fucking sunroof is about gone i can literally just put one there holy shit ily.

[@bassheadlife492]

I need to see how to do this

[@therobb5738]

@@bassheadlife492 Harbor Freight sells a wrinky-dink lighter socket plug in solar panel you can sit on your dashboard, but I would rather mount a couple of decent-wattage output solar panels on top and wire up a regulator for them, put out 14.5v or so, 240 watt charge or around there, The parts are out there and cheaper every day for a fairly simple system. I think it'd be great during day shows and demos.

[@jrock5995]

Solar panels don't work. They promise a whole lot but always fall way way way short of they're supposed performance. Which makes them just trash.

[@gemstatefisherman3409]

Do you have an updated link for the cells? The link pulls up a 404 not found

[@iamadrunkguy]

Great video! Can I do this with 16 instead of 32? I would assume so but will be researching it. Still putting system together. Thanks for your videos !!

[@brycehall3615]

You can.. Im building 2 32 cell and 1 16 cell.. Just habe to pack empty space in battery box

[@jayare9883]

You didnt use a BMS for this battery? How is a balancer sufficient? And when you hook it up to your alternator, will you need a dc to dc charger to limit the amperage draw to the pack?

[@Krotos1970]

great video, I went a different route and purchased 4 105ah cells, and I think I need a balancer, 1 of the cells is retaining more voltage over the rest, I paid $255, now they are a little more expensive and even going up higher then $400, btw that link for the balancer doesn't work anymore!

[@tomhunter1982]

I really enjoy your videos thank you. Ive got a question im getting ready to install 4s4p headway battery pack in my car but there seems to be some controversy on using an active balancer over a bms just curious as to how yours are holding up or if you would change it to something else thanks for you time in advance

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Uses a balancer, they don’t really make BMSs that can handle the extreme loads from car audio. My have been going strong for 2 years now!

[@matthewmoyer124]

@@ParkerTheBasshead how is the buss bars you used holding up do you recommend going with something thicker?

[@rawbasicrawbasic]

How much Ah is this bank

[@zievs9025]

This was amazing to watch! Really gotta try this out. Btw, how does charging this bank work? Is it crucial upgrading the alternator or will it "work" like with normal batteries even if not upgrading it? Ur killing it man 👌🏼

[@erickthomason9292]

???

[@hooptastic_hippie8522]

So my balancer burned out as soon as I hooked it up and I followed the directions to a T ..what happend???

[@yurbindavila8563]

Mine did too!! Have you found out anything about why or what you did?

[@hooptastic_hippie8522]

@@yurbindavila8563 i did not, i still dont know what was wrong

[@iang7523]

Thanks again bro lots of information I just have 3000 watt system so what would u recommend for me agm or a bank also do u have to charge them all the time that’s my biggest concern????

[@exploranator]

You need to drop a polypropylene or other tough plastic sheet on top of the metal bolt heads and such before your put the top on to prevent vibration abrasion of the cables' dielectric over time. It's cheap insurance against rub-through.

[@whodatnola]

Parker I add this lituim bank in my car and when I first turned the amp on a pop came through subs.now amp comes on but no sound before that bank my system stayed in the 14 volt now the bank its in the 13 volt. I also changed my ground location that the only thing .

[@yeahright_ard]

I'm late to the lithium party now I can't find those busbars. Any alternate ideas

[@jasonghering4389]

I just bought 52 of these headway lithium supercell. I'm using it for my taramps md8k and excessive amperage 340a alternator. I'm hoping its enough power for it Haha.

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

It should be plenty 💪🏻

[@MistaRoyanT]

How do the headway cells manage cold weather? I live in Canada and -20C is common but can get as cold as -35 where I live.

[@Joe_1776]

Keep up, the good videos bud!

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Thanks man will do!

[@adamabelas3545]

Can you put these straight in the car or do you need to upgrade alternator or other electrical

[@matthewstringfield8924]

Yeah you should definitely build them and sell them. Still wondering can you have a lithium second battery with a factory battery or die one have to be agm and one lithium?

[@rexnhogz]

So the balancer goes to all positives and one negative?

[@mallorycainjr.1921]

Quick question so what if the dimensions of the box is too big for the lithium batteries would there be another alternative to geth them to fit?

[@dankdaily5134]

Any new links to cells that are decently priced? Im trying to hook something up for around 5k watts and want to use my agm in the front still.

[@paren8239]

I think I’m going to build the 24 AH configuration for my Skar RP2000.1

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

💪🏻

[@666thebmxkiller]

Did it work? Got the same amp. Thanks

[@270trevon]

Any updates on the correct number of cells/configuration and possibly a box to put these in?

[@kswis]

Thanks for the info and the links, I just placed my order to build 128 ah pack. Curious though, I really don't want to spend another $60 for a specific charger so how did you handle the issue? Again thanks for the info

[@doublemanson]

🔴 will this size battery set up be good for a 8,000watt amp and 370amp alt system.

[@agperformance3608]

Nicely done 💪🏼

[@95Sn95]

I have the same cells in the same orientation but I don't know what I did wrong I hooked up my balancer the same as you I thought and my balancer went up in smoke as soon as I plugged it in.... Other than the black on the negitive does it matter which color goes where on the positives... I didnt put any particular colors on certain positives...

[@martinfreeman6227]

This is great, can you charge them using a car alternator?

[@mpeezy358]

Do you have this hooked up to an agm battery under the hood or would it be connected to the alt directly? If connected to front agm batt is there a meed for an isolator? Thx.

[@TheLegendStrike]

Hey Parker... thanks for the video mate... quick question for you... If im only going to be running a max of about 2000 RMS (CT Sounds AT1400.1) you think I can get away with building one of these but only using 16 cells instead of the 32 for a 32 AH battery?

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Yeah 16 cells would be plenty!

[@jsaw1988]

@@ParkerTheBasshead I just ordered 20 cells for 40 ah what kind of BMS should I get?

[@catch22frubert]

I was thinking, since you plan on building more of these banks, you should really, really consider replacing your under hood battery with one more of these banks! Going 100% lithium would be a killer setup, and you would have multiple important advantages with going 100% lithium. I know you have done a good amount of research here, so I hope you make the right choice and do 100% lithium for the Sequoia! One last thing I wanted to ask. When are you going to start making videos about new subwoofers for the Sequoia? Your electrical is gonna be really strong 💪, your new amplifier is obviously super strong, so which subwoofers were you considering for this first round? And how many subs do you want to fit in? You have so much room back there! I think it would be a shame to do less than 4. My favorite subwoofer size is actually 10 inch subs (tight, punchy bass), but I would have to suggest Eight - 10 inch subs for the Sequoia, but I also understand that's extremely expensive. I was looking at FU Audio's B stock, and they have some beefy 15 inch "1500 Ti" model subs that can definitely take 2500-3000 watts each for only $300 each. That's a good deal. Skar VXF subs ($269-$299) are really really nice too, along with the ZVX's ($329- $359). Or you could do two 15" - 18" "Team" subs from Wolfram or Resilient Sounds. So many options! I'm sorry for the stupid long comment, but I'm exited to see what you end up doing! Good luck!

[@kswis]

Unless you can shield the lithium under the hood it would lose capacity really fast from the heat. Headways are fine from 32-149 deg. Then they break down internally. Even LTO cells can't handle as much heat but they can handle cold better by far. My headways have thermostats and fans. Looking into a way to keep em warm for the cold winters here.

[@BIGZOE]

Very informative video Parker. I’m planning on running one of these batteries. Could I do a battery delete up front and just run the car and my system off of just this battery?

[@brycehall3615]

You can run 4 cells up front and whatever in the back

[@randyosborne6381]

Any other ideas on where to buy buses like these says they’re not available anymore

[@SlamryCamry19]

Hey Parker can I set up like this power my entire car subwoofers amplifier everything if say I got like a 96 amp hour or maybe even 148 amp hour the problem I'm having is my car is a 2019 Toyota Camry and it's got the newer electronic system built into the alternator which makes it impossible for me to put a high output alternator on my vehicle so the best I can do is upgrade my battery but I'm brand new to lithium and I need help making a decision I've seen videos of the jag35 products or the headway super beast converted to 12v is 96 AH I just don't know what will work best for my small budget and give me the serious bang for my limited stock alternator I would like to add that I do listen to my music for anywhere from 1-2 hours straight sometimes so I'm looking for something that can handle me playing my music for long periods of time and be able to recover quickly enough that it won't ever put my amplifier into protect more mess anything else I've probably watched a hundred videos on KZbin about lithium setups different lev60 ,headway cells etc I just need someone with any knowledge of lithium to help me figure out would work best any advice would be appreciated great video man

[@justin6125]

Quick question should the battery stay hooked up to system all the time, or should it be disconnected ever? I just installed a 16ah pack with 8 cells in my truck with a daly 100A bms.

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

I always leave mine connected

[@ITz_Linux]

The BMS blew a resister the moment i plugged it in 🙃

[@shotgunidks1352]

I will love to buy one or two from you let me know when are they available thanks

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

I’ll be making a post or update video when the cases come in here in the next few weeks and I start building them!

[@michaelday795]

I have a question what capacity should I buy on the website that sells the cells?

[@tylerross2968]

I would love to buy one of these off you would need it shipped but would be well worth it especially cause big moves on my car coming this next month getting a tarmamps 8k and nsv4 power upgrades this weekend though preparing for my first big build

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

I’ll be making a post or update video when the cases come in here in the next few weeks and I start building them!

[@Silentjustin06]

@@ParkerTheBasshead So if I scale this build down by half. It should be good for 3,000 watts and cost around $240? Im currently running 2 XS POWER batteries recommended for my vehicle and watts from their website. I drop in the low 12v's when pushing it hard. My amps are pioneer GM-D9701 1200w rms and pioneer GM-D8604 600w rms. I only have a 95 amp alternator. Do you think replacing my trunk battery with a 3,000w version of your build keep my voltage up or just get a high output alternator

[@drvictoria07]

Awesome 👍. How many ah is your lithium battery bank?

[@geeegunit]

Hi can I use this with a 2000 what car amp I’m looking to build a cooler speaker

[@brycehall3615]

I probably won't get a response to this.. I did everything in the video. I hooked up the wires for the 4s balancer.. as soon as I plugged it in.. it sparked and smoked

[@anthonybrown6143]

They actually not showing the links you posted. When I click on a link, it comes iup as error 409 page not found.

[@Speakertweaker-tp4em]

Sometime in the future can you maybe try the eminence lab 12 subwoofer.

[@RandomRichZ]

hey man can you make a new updated video? half the links ar no longer working

[@paxbabyy5453]

If my charging voltage is 14.7 would i be able to use this bank for that? Or would the cells be damaged at that voltage?

[@AudioAddict.]

So if I had an agm battery under the hood would this run fine in the back for the subs or would the two different batteries not be good?

[@Bigislandguy]

How old were the cell you used? What was it dated, if you remember? I just bought 120ah half of them were dated 2016 and 2020. Is the age gap cause for concern when building? Can’t wait to next week’s video.

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

I think some of mine were 2016 as well. So long as they all ohm out correctly I wouldn’t worry about it

[@Bigislandguy]

Hey Parker my Battery has been working great! Ty. I’m very happy with it. What voltage does yours car charge at? I’m asking bc I replaced my Ho alt with another brand but same size amperage, however now I’m charging .4v more at 14.8v and it tripped my bms 2 times. So I’m just wondering if I should run with it or not.

[@tonydize3944]

Just checking how did the lithium did and also did you mixed with agm batt?

[@robertjackson19965]

I see where you bought the buss bars is sold out do you know where or what else I can use that would be around the same price? Thank you

[@jason28w]

hell yea i would love to get one

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

I’ll make an update video or post when boxes come in and I start building them

[@EyesPlay]

those flying wire at 9:29 powering up the balancer 😂😂

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

Had to make sure it worked 😉

[@EyesPlay]

@@ParkerTheBasshead it scared the fuck out of me ahahahah

[@95Sn95]

Did you do anything else to your battery like charge it or just build it an toss it in and business as usual?

[@michaelduck7818]

I tried hooking up my heltec 4s by hooking the black and red up first with the board plugged in and it burnt up.

[@kmccorkle69]

Very Good video! Thanks man.

[@basscaddy1449]

Are you still building and selling these if so how much will it cost

[@mikew6135]

One drop of locktite guys. No need to drown the bolts

[@soundqubedkiller5885]

Never use locktite on electrical connections it adds resistance

[@bryanhernandez4963]

Can I run this battery in the rear with stock acid battery ?

[@ParkerTheBasshead]

No needs to be an AGM. AGMs sit at 12.8 while acid batteries sit at like 12.2 or 12.3

[@tracyfrondle2673]

So if I build a lithium bank for the trunk do I have to have a agm under the hood or is a lead battery ok and also will I need a isolater

[@FinsleysCustomCarAudio]

How long do headway banks last if operated normal.

[@CRXUGLYKID]

Great work as usual,What's the price to build it for someone and shipped

[@kylewest100]

What alternator do you guys run with these? I’m not building a sounds system I’m doing a dual battery setup for a overland 91 suburban and I’m also going to hook a solar system to it as well.

[@jonver87]

can't find the busbars 😢

[@RAVI4002]

how safe is this in terms of fires.