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I just swapped out the original Panasonic battery in my 2001 with a Napa Legend battery.
After cranking for a second or two the starter cranking speed slows down and then recovers and the engine starts. I never had this happen before.
So I'm wondering if :
1. I got a defective battery
2. Cold Crank power rating is not enough
3. After disconnecting the battery there is a re-learn time involved in the ignition/fuel system.
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After cranking for a second or two the starter cranking speed slows down and then recovers and the engine starts. I never had this happen before.
So I'm wondering if :
1. I got a defective battery
2. Cold Crank power rating is not enough
3. After disconnecting the battery there is a re-learn time involved in the ignition/fuel system.
thx
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No ....but it dawned on me that comming off the shelf it probably needs a good charge. I just came back from aprox 20 miles on the freeway. I'm going to let things get cold and then see how it cranks. This is probably a 'DUH' post !
Adding follow up here:
Seems fine now !
Adding follow up here:
Seems fine now !
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Every single battery that I've ever installed has been pre charged. Ive installed MANY batteries. I'm a mechanic.
Why did you install a new battery in the first place? What problems were you having?
My starter acted the same way. It was worn starter contacts.
Why did you install a new battery in the first place? What problems were you having?
My starter acted the same way. It was worn starter contacts.
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[QUOTE=Adam F;50951333]Every single battery that I've ever installed has been pre charged. QUOTE]
Yep but some sit on the shelves for months and become discharged.
I used to work at a auto parts store. There was a time or 2 that we would sell a battery that needed a charge and the customer would come back.
My question is, if it's the battery, then when the engine "dies" so to speak, why does it start? Normally when that happens you don't have enough energy to turn the engine over and start it.
Might not be enough CCA, it drains too many amps too fast from the battery.
But I'm just guessing.
Yep but some sit on the shelves for months and become discharged.
I used to work at a auto parts store. There was a time or 2 that we would sell a battery that needed a charge and the customer would come back.
My question is, if it's the battery, then when the engine "dies" so to speak, why does it start? Normally when that happens you don't have enough energy to turn the engine over and start it.
Might not be enough CCA, it drains too many amps too fast from the battery.
But I'm just guessing.
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I had bad luck with Optima, could not find a new Panosonic and Consumer Reports gives the Napa Legend high marks plus it's only $80 !
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We just had his original go out on us after 10 years.
He said he got a good price on a deep cycle battery, ill get pics when the ups guy bring it
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im using an optima yellow top from costco, cheapest price there.
If your having problems with the battery take it back to napa, they have good return and exchange policies, especially on their brand products. they can even charge it for you if you dont have a charger and for free.
If your having problems with the battery take it back to napa, they have good return and exchange policies, especially on their brand products. they can even charge it for you if you dont have a charger and for free.
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When you buy a battery check the dates on top, and choose the newest. Napa should be able to test,charge or replace it.
Me I am sticking with Interstate. Although I have never had a problem with even the cheapest napa brand batteries. I just like what my current battery has put up with.
Me I am sticking with Interstate. Although I have never had a problem with even the cheapest napa brand batteries. I just like what my current battery has put up with.
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I would have contacted Optima themselves. I'll bet they would have given you a new one no problem. I belive they warranty them for 3 or 4 years. At less than a year... well they have a reputation to think of you know.
Every place I've ever seen that sells premium batteries like that gives you at least a 1 year free replacement warranty. Weird that Sears wouldn't replace it.
Ah well, nothings perfect!
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