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Dry hot weather is tougher on a car battery than cold. Seems counterintuitive, but that is a fact. We live in Tucson where hot and dry is a Chamber of Commerce forecast. Every 3 years is our prophylactic schedule. Could be get 4? Maybe. But saving a few bucks is not what these cars are all about. Chevy Cruze you betcha. C7 not so much.
Based on other threads there is no real drop dead date. Some have lasted 5 years, others 2 years. Others DOA. I think three years is a good time to replace.
My standard response as this question comes up quite often:
A battery that matches or exceeds power requirements specified by the vehicle's manufacturer, vehicle's charging/starting system has been and is in good condition, battery trickle charged (battery tender) when stored, installed in a vehicle used/stored in a moderate climate (batteries will not last as long in HOT <especially> or cold climate) should last 5-6 years.
Good idea to start looking to replace at 5 years old.
I base this opinion on my owning/operating a chain of auto parts stores over 16 years and buying/selling/warranting literally thousands of batteries over the years.
Here's a good replacement when you decide to do it.
Last edited by Kevin A Jones; Sep 11, 2019 at 05:40 PM.
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Last edited by Antigravity; Sep 11, 2019 at 06:15 PM.
Apples to oranges, but I have a blue top Optima battery in my Cole drag boat. Has been there since day one of my ownership, currently on my ninth season, never trickled, sporadic use during the summer months, sits for 5+ month every winter, spins my 565 like the plugs are out. Will definitely look into an Optima for my Vette when the time comes.
When considering battery life, if the car was bought off a dealer's lot the amount of time it sat on the lot may be significant, as that is particularly bad for them. Checking the driver door sticker for the car's "Born on" date gives an idea of the "real" age of the battery.
How long are C7 Stingray batteries lasting in the warm weather states? Mine is three years old and I’m thinking of replacing it soon!
Hi...I just got my C7 two weeks ago, but had a 78 and 98 Vette for 15 years each. Live in the Great White North...and my batteries never gave up less than 5 years of age. I'd have to think that down your way it would be a lot less taxing on a battery starting in warm weather.
I have been using Deltran Battery Tenders for over 35 years and had batteries last 10 years. And now i can check my battery status with The Deltran WiFi monitor.
I have been using Deltran Battery Tenders for over 35 years and had batteries last 10 years. And now i can check my battery status with The Deltran WiFi monitor.
I replaced mine when I had the car for 30 months. I didn't want to wait for it to die. Too many of these batteries are fine one day, and then the next day you can't even unlock the car. Batteries are cheap when considering the price of one compared to the inconvenience of being stranded, and, or having to wait for a truck or someone to come out and give you a jump.
I drive mine every day and probably would have got a few more months out of it, but I wasn't going to test it.
Battery is under the hatch and under the carpet. Weather impact in warm climates is essentially inconsequential.
It can get pretty hot even in the interior space if the car is parked in the sun all day. Granted while you are driving it the battery isn’t under the hood which is nice. I think sitting for days uncharged is worse, as it sulfates the plates, so don’t forget the battery maintainer every time you put it away and not driving it, even if it’s just a few days.
Replaced mine at 4 1/2 years in North Carolina. I felt I pushed long enough. I used a battery tender a few times, certainly not all the time.
The OEM battery is 36 month warranty. Bought a 42 month Delco replacement from the dealer. I doubt I'll push this one beyond the warranty. Just not worth getting stuck somewhere.
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