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Phib



Member Since: 07 Oct 2012
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1998 Defender 90 V8 Petrol 50th Auto Atlantis Blue
Best Battery ? 50th
Hi All, After yet another failed battery on my 50th ( Exide 70AH 540) I suspect the wrong battery for my 50th in hindsight but that was what eurocar parts had on their system for a 50th V8.

This one lasted a year so going back with no issues but need to choose a new one, my 50th seems really sensitive to batteries, if its not a good one it runs badly, hunts etc etc

So what would people recommend ? Want to sort this out once and for all !!

Thanks

Phib

ps had been recommended a Bosch 019 100Ah 830A but not sure if this is right ?
Post #670529 12th Dec 2017 3:11pm
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miker



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United Kingdom 1999 Defender 110 Td5 CSW Rioja Red
If you keep killing batteries then it's probably worth looking at your usage pattern or some sort of residual drain on the battery when it's off. Consider plugging into a ctek charger if it's left standing for long periods.

In terms of battery, there's no real right or wrong for a defender, as long as it fits! I think I have a 100Ah 830A in my TD5, but as long as the capacity and cranking amps are equal or higher than what it's meant to have, should be fine.

Bosch silvers are good, I have a yuasa cargo which is good too.
Post #670536 12th Dec 2017 4:18pm
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Phib



Member Since: 07 Oct 2012
Location: Berkshire
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1998 Defender 90 V8 Petrol 50th Auto Atlantis Blue
Thanks, much of the issue is down to lack of use I suspect, I have other cars that sit on CTEK chargers so know the value of them.

Unfortunately where this one sits there isnt any power.

Once I have a new battery, I suspect a battery cut off switch is the way forward !!

Phib
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miker



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Or a little solar panel charger!
Post #670553 12th Dec 2017 5:33pm
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