Car Stereos: power inverters, kicker cvr, fuse holder

Question
i want to add a valor 600watt/300 continuous watt power inverter to the system in my car so i can install a ps2. im already running 1 T1000bd and 1 p450.4 Fosgate of course with 3 12"kicker CVR's the systems demands alot of power and to protect from shorts i have a 200amp circuit breaker under the hood. since i planned on putting the inverter under the custom made center dash console it will require at least 6feet of wire so ive read that it will need a in-line fuse 80 amp or so to protect from surges can i hook up the 80amp inline fuseholder to the same battery post i have the 200amp circuit breaker? and what gauge wire should i use? or what is the best recomended application?

Answer
Hi Tyrone,

You can put the fuse holder inline on the same battery post.  The more important thing to do is to ensure your battery and car's electrical system can handle it.  If you're drawing that much electrical, you're going to want to make sure you have an upgraded alternator and battery.

And for any application that's requiring an 80A fuse, I would recommend going no smaller than a 4 gauge wire.

Justin