New Battery?
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How old is the battery? I'm assuming it's kinda old...
my opinion is one of preventive maintenance I wouldn't wait for a problem, who knows where you would be when the battery finally gives up. Like I said just my opinion
my opinion is one of preventive maintenance I wouldn't wait for a problem, who knows where you would be when the battery finally gives up. Like I said just my opinion
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I have a 2000 with 34k on the clock. I changed out my Delco for an Optima proactively at about 30k miles. Then I had some body work done and I was shown where the previous battery had leaked. For my $, it's well spent insurance.
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From: American Canyon Lethal Injection
Originally Posted by Blue Lion
I have a 2000 with 34k on the clock. I changed out my Delco for an Optima proactively at about 30k miles. Then I had some body work done and I was shown where the previous battery had leaked. For my $, it's well spent insurance.
Change to the RED TOP Optima and put the leaking battery behind you. Pep Boys, Autozone have them. well spent $$$. My $0.02 
Rsty
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From: Central Coast CA
I wouldn't spend the money on something you don't need yet. No matter how cheap of insurance it is. Just watch the battery closely. For all you know it may last another 5 years easy and if you use a battery maintainer is could last longer.
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From: Mustang OK
Originally Posted by C5naples
I would, if it starts leaking it could cause a lot of damage to your car and wallet.
If your battery is an AGM type, you shouldn't needlessly worry about leakage. Here's a C5 Tech Tip that tells how to tell if your factory AC-Delco battery is an AGM battery:
1997 - early 2001 Battery Acid Leakage Issue
Hope this helps.
Last edited by GrayC5; May 28, 2005 at 02:54 AM.
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With the history of leaking batteries in these cars, I would get the stock one out soon and put in something like an Optima. I switched mine out when there was only about 15K on the car and have not regretted it since - if only for the peace of mind.
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From: Big Red Ne
Originally Posted by C5naples
I would, if it starts leaking it could cause a lot of damage to your car and wallet.
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Originally Posted by C5naples
I would, if it starts leaking it could cause a lot of damage to your car and wallet.
You got your money out of the original.....I would do the change out. 
