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Author:  ziff [ Wed Jun 20, 2007 8:32 pm ]
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Finally up and about a couple of weeks ago after the car accident (car hit me on my push bike) I got about trying to start the van. Needless to say with not much strength yet in the arms I dropped the battery and cracked the damn thing.
A bit long winded but I'm just after a bit of advice on if there is a particular type or brand of battery that stands out at the moment as I haven't bought one for about four years. Any help would be much appreciated.
Ziff
Author:  Beefa [ Wed Jun 20, 2007 8:34 pm ]
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I prefer Century batteries. They are reliable that last 3-5 years and start every time. They come with a good warranty too :D
Author:  drmini in aust [ Wed Jun 20, 2007 8:35 pm ]
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If you have lotsa $$$ buy an Optima one.
If you are poorer like the rest of us, best one IMO is an Exide 550CCA. Used on Landcruiser petrol, Ford Falcon etc.
Big W were cheaper than elsewhere.
I have 3 of em, 2 in Minis and one in the AU Fraud. 8)

Bigger and more CCA is better. Buy the biggest that fits.... :wink:
Author:  speedy [ Wed Jun 20, 2007 8:37 pm ]
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As the Doc said, Optima are the way to go if you have deep pockets.

The following thread may be useful. 8)

http://www.ausmini.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=32052
Author:  ziff [ Wed Jun 20, 2007 8:43 pm ]
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:oops: Funny isn't it. I did a few searches but didn't think of 'what battery' :)
Thanks for the advice. I'll check out the prices.
Ziff
Author:  9YaTaH [ Wed Jun 20, 2007 10:10 pm ]
Post subject:  Ziffle
Good to see you are up and about Zif....but take it slow and easy for a while mate :D Cheers, Mick
Author:  Vtek16 [ Wed Jun 20, 2007 11:08 pm ]
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the exide 550he have a nasty habbit of leaking battery acid because of their vent system, century if you want something std , optima is a little overkill isnt it
Author:  Dylans Clubby [ Thu Jun 21, 2007 12:18 am ]
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i got a bond battery, one of the sealed ones. plenty of CCA's, no maintenace, no leaking, no worries. not exactly cheap, but i got mine at trade price a while back :D i think retail was about $120, cos me about $80

i highly recommend it though
Author:  1360 LS [ Thu Jun 21, 2007 7:18 am ]
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I've used Bosch and Century Batteries in the LS, never had a problem with either one and currently have a Bosch fitted in my current daily.
Author:  ziff [ Thu Jun 21, 2007 3:52 pm ]
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Will it make any difference that I am putting it in the van that has the original generator set-up fitted?
Ziff
Author:  drmini in aust [ Thu Jun 21, 2007 8:01 pm ]
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Only that there may not be room there- check space and battery sizes before you buy. :wink:
Author:  Morris 1100 [ Thu Jun 21, 2007 8:44 pm ]
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The thing to remember is to get the most CCA that will fit in the battery hole. :wink:
Author:  ziff [ Fri Jun 22, 2007 6:23 am ]
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Thanks for the help gents.
Ziff
Author:  minicranks [ Fri Jun 22, 2007 4:36 pm ]
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do you get supercharge batteries overthere, they are calcium battries and are fantastic i mean a 600cca baatery after 18months still gives 740cca when tested.
the mf55 is the one that fits minis the best and also cheap about $100 with a full 3 year replacement warranty unlike the std 2 year.
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