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Alpine Amplifier Cuts in and out on Passenger side while driving

Hello, I have an older Alpine MRV F353 V12 amplifier in my car and when I am driving the passender side (both the front and rear speakers) cuts in and out occasionally. I verified all the connections but vibrations do cause the problem. What would be the problem and is the amp even worth fixing? Thanks

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This isnt a complex problem but both units may need service

Posted on Aug 09, 2007

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