In a message dated 8/23/2007 9:58:13 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
doddk@mossmotors.com writes:
I get a bit confused with the concept of installing huge output
batteries like the Optima in a car with a 35 amp alternator. I use
Optima batteries to start my diesel backhoe and a couple in my diesel
truck. I guess if you want to be able to drive round the block on the
starter motor they make sense. Somewhat cheaper than buying a Prius.
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I agree. Having heavy duty batteries in a street MG is overkill, just like
putting a high torque starter is overkill, unless the difference in price is
insignificant. The stock starter spins them just fine, and a regular 12 volt
battery works just dandy.
Having 2 6 volt batteries 'because it is original' is, IMHO, silly. More
connections to go wrong, more weight, more expense and for what? No real
world
advantage I can see - they don't even judge under the cars in concours so
that isn't an excuse.
My battery kacked on me in the 62 coupe this year so I may look at the Miata
battery, thanks for the suggestion Kelvin.
bill
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