Author Topic: Dead battery, any recommendations? (Read 8769 times)

Brad Kenny · « **on:** February 13, 2013, 12:57:31 PM »

After six years and 70000 miles it had finally happened, my battery died. Any recommendations on a replacement brands? I have always been a big fan of Diehard, but I am looking for other options as well. I have the old battery out, the car has been in pieces for a few days and the wife would like me to put it back together, LOL!

Thanks for your help in advance, it is much appreciated!

Gentleman Jack · « **Reply #1 on:** February 13, 2013, 01:15:04 PM »

No pictures? We love dismantled car pictures!

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #2 on:** February 13, 2013, 01:18:32 PM »

I will get one later today GJ.

Thanks for the reminder.

Helios · « **Reply #3 on:** February 13, 2013, 01:25:14 PM »

I got the Duralast brand from Autozone (the red top not the gold series). Works as advertised without the sticker shock.

TomatoSoup · « **Reply #4 on:** February 13, 2013, 02:52:30 PM »

Auto Batteries Update - Consumer Reports Nov-2012

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #5 on:** February 13, 2013, 03:30:34 PM »

Thanks Helios and TS!

Sol Asylum · « **Reply #6 on:** February 13, 2013, 04:35:00 PM »

Because GJ didn't already say this:

Get a battery that fit's, that isn't dead, and you should be good to go.

Sly Bob · « **Reply #7 on:** February 13, 2013, 05:45:31 PM »

After the results I've had with ACDelco batteries I bought a new ACDelco when it came time to change mine. Bought the long life one though.

1LILNDN · « **Reply #8 on:** February 13, 2013, 06:53:28 PM »

Jeremy ; When I built my 47 in 1990 I bought a 48 month Battery from wal-mart 65.00 and had to replace it and It cost me Zero . Got rid of the Car 5 1/2 yr ago .I ended up paying 35.00 to replace it cause they now have a 36 month . the Cost of the Battery was 84.00 SO from 1989 -2007 3 Batteries cost me a total of 35.00 and change . They have Good Batteries 975 cold crank amps . Go to Wal-mart you won't regret it

Critterman · « **Reply #9 on:** February 13, 2013, 07:25:41 PM »

Bosch

Gentleman Jack · « **Reply #10 on:** February 13, 2013, 08:14:32 PM »

Duracell?

2.4solstice06 · « **Reply #11 on:** February 13, 2013, 08:51:41 PM »

Quote from: Sly Bob on February 13, 2013, 05:45:31 PM

After the results I've had with ACDelco batteries I bought a new ACDelco when it came time to change mine. Bought the long life one though.

I totally agree, my Sol still has the stock A/C Delco battery and its goin on 7 years, never had any trouble and I'll probably replace it with an A/C Delco, especially since my shop now carries them...

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POS VETT · « **Reply #12 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:01:13 PM »

How about hooking up a good float charger and see if the battery can be revived ?

I usually don't give up on a battery until it's physically damaged. Only one battery had gone that way for me.

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #13 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:37:10 PM »

Quote from: Gentleman Jack on February 13, 2013, 08:14:32 PM

Duracell?

Seriously??? I don't need any bunnies! I have a newlywed wife!

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #14 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:40:55 PM »

Thank you to everyone that had given me input today. Bosch is not available locally, Duralast is a good choice along with the original AC Delco. Still researching and should be purchasing tomorrow, pictures still forthcoming. Thanks all!

1LILNDN · « **Reply #15 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:50:58 PM »

Quote from: CT Solstice on February 13, 2013, 10:37:10 PM

Seriously??? I don't need any bunnies! I have a newlywed wife!

Jeremy thats Everready batteries

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #16 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:55:55 PM »

Does it really matter? LOL!

TomatoSoup · « **Reply #17 on:** February 13, 2013, 10:58:32 PM »

Quote from: CT Solstice on February 13, 2013, 10:40:55 PM

Thank you to everyone that had given me input today. Bosch is not available locally, Duralast is a good choice along with the original AC Delco. Still researching and should be purchasing tomorrow, pictures still forthcoming. Thanks all!

Bosch are available from Pep Boys. You don't have Pep Boys up there?

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #18 on:** February 13, 2013, 11:28:23 PM »

TS, not within 50 miles. Thought about going directly to Bosch HQ in South Bend, IN, but figured they would toss me out.

blackbirdracing · « **Reply #19 on:** February 14, 2013, 10:21:28 AM »

They didn't test Optima?

Sol Asylum · « **Reply #20 on:** February 14, 2013, 12:08:52 PM »

It's my understanding that Optima is now at the "total rubbish" level. I think they were bought out and have sacrificed quality for cost cutting measures.

tallcraig · « **Reply #21 on:** February 14, 2013, 02:09:57 PM »

Optima has a good Youtube clip on reviving a discharged battery using a good battery in series with a low battery. (outsmarting the smart charger) Worked well on my in laws Volvo.

DaveOC · « **Reply #22 on:** February 14, 2013, 03:50:43 PM »

Quote from: tallcraig on February 14, 2013, 02:09:57 PM

Optima has a good Youtube clip on reviving a discharged battery using a good battery in series with a low battery. (outsmarting the smart charger) Worked well on my in laws Volvo.

Tech Tips 3: How do I recover a deeply-discharged battery?

timlange3 · « **Reply #23 on:** February 20, 2013, 02:46:14 PM »

I recommend you check the bottom of the fender (if you took it off) and clean it real good, bang out any dents from improper lifting and paint the rock chips. Then clean the parts around the battery area you normally cannot reach.

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Author Topic: Dead battery, any recommendations? (Read 8769 times)