Battery question
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Maryland, USA
I dont have I have a real close oreilly anymore so never check them. usually just advance, zone, or pboys even walmart carries good selection.
I mean if its the exact size same or better ratings then the stocker and has handles with a warranty doesnt seem bad, but it only seems to have a 2 year limited warranty. but if it lasts that long I would think it would go another time. I usually either have batteries that are going to go bad go quickly within 2 or 3 years. I had 2 new cars and batteries went bad within 2 years and were replaced under warranty of some sort of coverage.
I was just going to get another delco replacement when the time comes, my bakcup choice was the diehard replacement.
looks like its $180 plus tax and core charge of $22, thats getting up there in price for what it is.
I mean if its the exact size same or better ratings then the stocker and has handles with a warranty doesnt seem bad, but it only seems to have a 2 year limited warranty. but if it lasts that long I would think it would go another time. I usually either have batteries that are going to go bad go quickly within 2 or 3 years. I had 2 new cars and batteries went bad within 2 years and were replaced under warranty of some sort of coverage.
I was just going to get another delco replacement when the time comes, my bakcup choice was the diehard replacement.
looks like its $180 plus tax and core charge of $22, thats getting up there in price for what it is.
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I believe in the Beer Fairy
I dont have I have a real close oreilly anymore so never check them. usually just advance, zone, or pboys even walmart carries good selection.
I mean if its the exact size same or better ratings then the stocker and has handles with a warranty doesnt seem bad, but it only seems to have a 2 year limited warranty. but if it lasts that long I would think it would go another time. I usually either have batteries that are going to go bad go quickly within 2 or 3 years. I had 2 new cars and batteries went bad within 2 years and were replaced under warranty of some sort of coverage.
I was just going to get another delco replacement when the time comes, my bakcup choice was the diehard replacement.
looks like its $180 plus tax and core charge of $22, thats getting up there in price for what it is.
I mean if its the exact size same or better ratings then the stocker and has handles with a warranty doesnt seem bad, but it only seems to have a 2 year limited warranty. but if it lasts that long I would think it would go another time. I usually either have batteries that are going to go bad go quickly within 2 or 3 years. I had 2 new cars and batteries went bad within 2 years and were replaced under warranty of some sort of coverage.
I was just going to get another delco replacement when the time comes, my bakcup choice was the diehard replacement.
looks like its $180 plus tax and core charge of $22, thats getting up there in price for what it is.
Pro
Joined: Mar 2018
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From: Sacramento CA
Has anyone ran a Braille Battery? I'm considering this Lithium Ion unit that weighs only 9 pounds and with the tender will last years. I know they're expensive, but you likely won't have to buy one for well over 5 years if maintained properly and those of us who like weight reduction this is it.
https://braillebattery.com/collectio...oducts/ml30c-1
https://braillebattery.com/collectio...oducts/ml30c-1
Pro
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From: Sacramento CA
They have a tender on their website available for multiple batteries they carry.
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My vote go with AC Delco... mine has no signs of deterioration yet in my 2017.. OEM just works
Le Mans Master
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Get a post handle to pull it out. Cheap and easy. Dont use it to put the new one in. It could damage it internally. Dropping it in is pretty easy holding it from the side and letting gravity do the work.
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Pro
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From: Sacramento CA
Are you talking about a specific tool to pull out or a battery with handles integrated?
If there's a tool can you drop the link?
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I believe in the Beer Fairy
I got it in ther OK, just so awkward. Car did start and now it's on the charger. If I did it all right it won't start on fire I guess...lol. I have to say I would have thought the charger would be green by now, but we will see tomorrow.
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I used a few ancra tie down extensions as handles.. remember to take vent elbow off before swapping it will almost always break off if you leave it on when muscling that battery out of there .. it is a bear..
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Maryland, USA
I bought this PICO 0867PT Battery Carrier/Lifter Strap to assist in my battery removals and installs. worked ok, couple of way to make home straps but either way be careful and dont drop the battery and especially on your hand/fingers...
I also had to buy this GM Genuine Parts 25894253 Battery Vent Tube because when i got my car the vent tube wasnt installed and it was missing the the cap on the one end of battery and the figured i could use that stuff to make a new cap and ensure the vent tube was full functional.
I also had to buy this GM Genuine Parts 25894253 Battery Vent Tube because when i got my car the vent tube wasnt installed and it was missing the the cap on the one end of battery and the figured i could use that stuff to make a new cap and ensure the vent tube was full functional.
Le Mans Master
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Racer
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From: Raleigh North Carolina
Old thread but was very helpful for me, so want to bump it up. I ordered the battery suggested in this thread. Perfect fit, easy install. Much cheaper ordering through Amazon than any other box store option.
Also picked this up and it made removal and install of the battery extremely easy. I was able to use one hand to lower the battery in which left a free hand to maneuver the negative cable and hold down rods out of the way.
Also picked this up and it made removal and install of the battery extremely easy. I was able to use one hand to lower the battery in which left a free hand to maneuver the negative cable and hold down rods out of the way.