First Corvette
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From: Grand Blanc, Mi
First Corvette
I just bought a 1989 Corvette. I have a problem already.
The battery will not stay charged and the car doesn't have enough volts to keep the engine running. I have 11 volts, but need 12.5 to properly run engine.
Has anyone experienced this issue before? Thanks, Mark
The battery will not stay charged and the car doesn't have enough volts to keep the engine running. I have 11 volts, but need 12.5 to properly run engine.
Has anyone experienced this issue before? Thanks, Mark
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From: Round Rock Texas
Welcome Mark. Congrats on your first Vette. I too recommend a new battery as a first step. You may also consider posting your question over in the C4 sections in case your problem goes beyond simply needing a new battery. Good luck!
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Welcome to the Forum
I see you're from Michigan, if you are taking the car off the road for the winter you'll need a battery tender (trickle charger). I would buy one now and put it on the battery if you don't have a battery charger, this way you'll have an idea as to spending $100+ for a new battery, Good luck
Remember to WAVE!
I see you're from Michigan, if you are taking the car off the road for the winter you'll need a battery tender (trickle charger). I would buy one now and put it on the battery if you don't have a battery charger, this way you'll have an idea as to spending $100+ for a new battery, Good luck
Remember to WAVE!
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Im in the same boat, Home Depot actually has a pretty good price on their group 75 batteries.
When you do it, do the Big 3 wiring upgrade too, i'm sure your grounds are ancient looking like mine. You'll hold 14 volts alot better.
When you do it, do the Big 3 wiring upgrade too, i'm sure your grounds are ancient looking like mine. You'll hold 14 volts alot better.
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