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« on: December 16, 2020, 12:25:31 pm »
Batteries. Cheapest for my yoke is c.€180 from Michaels Garage - c. stg£120 in carpartsforless but they don't deliver batteries to Ireland and I'd say it'd be expensive to put through Parcel Motel?

Anywaysanall, I'll have to call an AGM before spending that kinda money with no income. Current battery is down to lasting less than 3 days without a drive.

Is the AGM battery really necessary or would a normal (wet cell) - at half the price - be as good a bet for a little used car?
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Re: AGM
« Reply #1 on: December 16, 2020, 12:43:39 pm »
Parcel Motel isn't as expensive as I thought. They won't put anything over 10kg in a locker but one can collect oversize/overweight items from any of their depots - I think there's one in Finglas. Anywaysanall I put all the 30s - 30cm x 30cm x 30cm x 30kg into their price calculator and it quotes €7.00. Definitely an option as this link https://advancedbatterysupplies.co.uk/product/heavy-duty-096-car-battery/ gives the weight as 18kg.
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Re: AGM
« Reply #2 on: December 16, 2020, 12:49:03 pm »
You might get away with a regular 12v but it probably won't last as long.

Try charging the one you have.They take a slowish charge over a long time to replenish them to full power.It might not be fit for the bin just yet.


By the way I got a battery delivered from Carparts for less a few years ago.Think they used DHL.
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Re: AGM
« Reply #3 on: December 16, 2020, 01:13:57 pm »
I haven't tried slow charging yet, I've just jump started it as required and taken it for a c.13 minute drive. Maybe I should dig out the charger and leave it on overnight?

cp4less just says some items in your basket - battery is all that was in it - are unavailable for delivery when I select ROI. However, still over €40 cheaper than Michael and c.€50 cheaper than Halfords or Battery World going through Parcel Motel.
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Re: AGM
« Reply #4 on: December 16, 2020, 01:25:39 pm »
If you have somewhere safe to charge it just charge the thing until it won't take anymore.Mine takes a max of 4amps and about ten hours.It might come back to some sort of usable state until you go back to work.I don't trust me Aldi Chinese charger so I won't leave it overnight.

Or jump it again and leave it running for a few hours in the garden.
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« Reply #5 on: December 16, 2020, 01:30:18 pm »
How would I know when it won't take anymore? I haven't seen my charger for a good few years but I'm guessing it'd make Aldi's look state off the art. Leaving it running might be a better bet... and save me from crawling into the cupboard under the stairs!
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Re: AGM
« Reply #6 on: December 16, 2020, 01:36:35 pm »
Maybe I'll go to work for a few hours when I have a few hours to spare. I guess driving around with the start/stop function disabled would be as good as leaving it running while stationary? - and I might earn a few ton into the bargain... and/or catch the virus!
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« Reply #7 on: December 16, 2020, 01:56:41 pm »
Usually the smart chargers turn off automatically but I never fully trust them.If the battery reads over 12.8 v I think it should be good.If it refuses to charge over 12.8v I think it's will need replacing.

My AGM and battery pack is giving me trouble again.Nearly tempted to go back to work just so it stays charged.Nearly..

The start stop shouldn't really kick in until the battery is properly charged.No harm leaving it off.Probably doesn't help that much.

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Re: AGM
« Reply #8 on: December 16, 2020, 02:19:03 pm »
Mine has steadily deteriorated. At the start of lockdown a c.13 min drive once a fortnight kept it operational, now it's down to needing a c. 13 min run every two days. The start/stop on the octys are a bit odd in that it will kick in when there's a warning on the dash saying 12v battery low, charge by driving. Also, unlike other start/stop cars I've encountered (not many to be fair) it kicks in before the engine heats up, at least in normal circumstances. I hate the idea of burning diesel for no reason other than to satisfy the whims of the mechanically propelled vehicle hence the temptation to go and earn a few ton.
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Re: AGM
« Reply #9 on: December 16, 2020, 02:21:13 pm »
Do ya need to feed the meter 12v for the timer wen yu remove yur battery?
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Re: AGM
« Reply #10 on: December 16, 2020, 02:22:23 pm »
I think they're alright for a day or two. Ideally I'd charge the battery in the car anyway... but that obviously makes monitoring the voltage more of a chore. On balance, I'm probably better off working for a few hours a week and/or buying a new battery!
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« Reply #11 on: December 16, 2020, 02:32:57 pm »
Fuck Sake Rodent I thought you were calling a meeting or something .You need to be more descriptive with your tread titles like ,Shocking or not Shocking or To start or not to Start .Masked references to your pass mark in English in your Intercert .
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« Reply #12 on: December 16, 2020, 02:46:32 pm »
Point taken. While it would be irresponsible to arrange/attend any meetings in the current climate I can see how said misinterpretation arose.
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« Reply #13 on: December 16, 2020, 05:00:46 pm »
Tim Molloy -Battrey wholesaler -Unit 14
Millennium pk Cappagh Road ,Dublin 11 .Drive around to despatch area -give the chap your reg and will he will show you suitable battreys .Should get it about 30/40 % than harfords ect
Just bring cash .
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Re: AGM
« Reply #14 on: December 16, 2020, 07:34:36 pm »
Anywhere is cheaper than Halfords....that's why the have big windas in their shops!!
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