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02-07-2012, 10:11 PM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Jul 2010
Posts: 859
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thanks to the guys who replied it was the battery not the starter motor the local auto elec supplied a new battery the old 1 didnt last 2 years.he told me if u get 3 years your doing alright .batteries must be made in china now
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03-07-2012, 12:51 AM
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FF.Com.Au Hardcore
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Melb north
Posts: 12,025
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i think there are some good brands out there, yes i`ve had a couple that barely lasted 12 months over the years, the one i have in the Au at the moment is 5 years plus, it is showing signs of age though, one cell is a bit down , but it`s still cranking over fine on these chilli melbourne mornings so i might get another year out of it
 , it pays to spend a few more buks on a qaulity battery i think.
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03-07-2012, 09:29 AM
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Flairs - Truckers Delight
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Brisbane Northside Likes: Opposite Lock
Posts: 5,731
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good to hear. these cold mornings are just the excuse that crook batteries are looking for to pack it in. i was just thinking thismorning that my current battery went pretty much exactly 2 years ago. This one seems to be a bit better!
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03-07-2012, 09:52 AM
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Au Falcon = Mr Reliable
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: North West Slopes & Plains NSW
Posts: 4,076
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G'day guys, david i know what you mean, i purchased a new battery (tbh a midranger) & about a year later it was starting to crank slower.
I removed the battery vent caps and noticed the acid levels where a bit low so i topped them up with demineralised water and the battery returned to nearly as good as new. Winter is always harder on batteries so it pays to maintain your battery i guess, to keep it in optimal condition & make it last longer. David at the first sign the new battery is cranking slower rip the vents out (if applicable) and inspect the levels & top up if needed, personally i never buy sealed batteries. Hope the new battery last's longer mate lol!  cheers,Maka
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03-07-2012, 08:42 PM
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Falcon Unbelievable!
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Uncle Henry's Garage
Posts: 382
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I had a corolla that used to eat batteries every 18 months found out after 5 years the alternator was missing a wire so it was getting half charge it should have.
Battery wise the AU is one of the best in my experience I have had. I usually go up to the high crank cca Century. Got a GS Yuasa (century) in it at the moment and one of the best so far. My AU has never cooked one under 3 years so far /touchwood. lol I agree with Maka don't go the cheapest ones you do get what you pay for. |
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