Battery replacement
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2000
Posts: 852
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From: Torrance California
I replaced my Delco with another Delco after 16 years last year. Problem I had on my '67' was the new Delco 24 PG series lip on the bottom of the battery where the hold-down bracket goes was to high, so the original hold down wouldn't secure the battery. I had to fabricate another hold-down bracket that captured the lip which was a bit higher on the battery. This bracket may be unique to a '67', not sure.
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2017
Posts: 193
Likes: 54
From: Lost Wages Nevada
I don't know guys. It seems that when my battery fails, it is always right before a show or a critical event wherein I must demonstrate that the car will, in fact, start! Each and every time! And I am embarrassed. The jumper cable was left at home so that the trunk would be clean and clear and all those trick, gismos that plug into the *** lighter never work. So, what do I do---it's Napa, Auto Zone, Pep Boys or the nearest auto parts store, whatever it might be called, to the rescue. At least with a senior or military discount, I fell like I'm saving a few bucks and eventually getting the vette to start. At least until tomorrow!!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: Sacramento California
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Its time for a new battery here too. Stone dead one too many times.
Where are y'all sourcing AC Delco batteries?
Does the Walmart battery work with the factory battery hold down?
Where is Rural Batteries located?
Ideally I want one that will work with the factory hold down ie. no battery strap handles.
Suggestions?
Where are y'all sourcing AC Delco batteries?
Does the Walmart battery work with the factory battery hold down?
Where is Rural Batteries located?
Ideally I want one that will work with the factory hold down ie. no battery strap handles.
Suggestions?
Pro
Joined: Oct 2011
Posts: 671
Likes: 105
From: Sydney NSW
I have a $200 Optima Yellow in the coupe that is just over 3 years old. I don't disconnect or float charge it and generally drive once a week. I am waiting for it to fail so I can join the list of people saying they have gone down hill !
I just returned from a 1 month holiday during which I thought I should disconnect it but forgot, the car fired right up like normal.
I have another car in storage with a 15 year old Optima Red Top. It "died" 2 years ago when I left it connected idle for 6 months but I used the 2nd battery method to revive it and now its like a new one !
I just returned from a 1 month holiday during which I thought I should disconnect it but forgot, the car fired right up like normal.
I have another car in storage with a 15 year old Optima Red Top. It "died" 2 years ago when I left it connected idle for 6 months but I used the 2nd battery method to revive it and now its like a new one !
Safety Car
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 4,549
Likes: 343
From: Glastonbury CT
Always check the date on the battery. If you are buying a ac delco and there labels are hard to read ask the sales man. If your battery is past its expiration date it is placing a load on your starter . . Voltage drop produces heat , So if it is a 75p ac that is an 18 month battery.I find checking battery voltage once a month even with a float charger does not extend the life. It all has to do with the age of the battery.
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Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 8,812
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From: eastern NC
I have had excellent service, typically 10 + years, from AGM batteries. On vehicles that I don't use frequently enough to keep them fully charged I do rotate a couple of battery maintainers throughout the garage. AGM's I've used and had excellent success with are Exide, Interstate, Odyssey and Yuasa.
One other point I would make is that to suggest that all batteries made by Johnson Controls are equal is foolish. Yes, Johnson Controls makes a lot of batteries for a wide variety of customers. Many are of the highest quality, but most are made to the customers specifications, and all are not necessarily equal.
Good luck... GUSTO
One other point I would make is that to suggest that all batteries made by Johnson Controls are equal is foolish. Yes, Johnson Controls makes a lot of batteries for a wide variety of customers. Many are of the highest quality, but most are made to the customers specifications, and all are not necessarily equal.
Good luck... GUSTO
Team Owner
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 26,118
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From: Greenville, Indiana
One other point I would make is that to suggest that all batteries made by Johnson Controls are equal is foolish. Yes, Johnson Controls makes a lot of batteries for a wide variety of customers. Many are of the highest quality, but most are made to the customers specifications, and all are not necessarily equal.
Good luck... GUSTO