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Old Feb 20, 2007 | 06:29 PM
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One cold Connecticut day it just clicked, it took a while to jump. But since then it hasn't hesitated. Is my battery done or does it still have life I have an 01 original Delco?
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Old Feb 20, 2007 | 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Pewter 01
One cold Connecticut day it just clicked, it took a while to jump. But since then it hasn't hesitated. Is my battery done or does it still have life I have an 01 original Delco?
Why take a chance on a $100 dollar item. It will surely go out the very time that you MUST be somewhere.

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Old Feb 20, 2007 | 07:42 PM
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If it is an original battery, chances are it has reached the end of its normal life. You can remove it from the car and have it tested to be sure.
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Old Feb 20, 2007 | 07:44 PM
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Sounds like it's time for a new one!
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Old Feb 20, 2007 | 08:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Pewter 01
One cold Connecticut day it just clicked, it took a while to jump. But since then it hasn't hesitated. Is my battery done or does it still have life I have an 01 original Delco?
get a new battery
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Old Feb 20, 2007 | 08:29 PM
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I think your 01 has about had it. But damn you sure got your $$$ worth.
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You'll never find another battery like that.
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I think your 01 has about had it. But damn you sure got your $$$ worth.
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Sounds like you are about due for a new battery. If you want to know for sure take it to Auto Zone and they will do a free test.
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Six years on factory battery?? You are a lucky individual
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Thanks everyone, that's what I thought. I'll probably go with another Delco. I haven't heard much good press about those high end Optima's
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Sounds like it's time for a new one!
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