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KatoKato 03-04-2007 03:15 AM

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...A slightly more powerful battery than the Odyssey PC680 is contained in a Vector Manufacturing VEC012 portable power pack
How would you use the VEC012 as a replacement? Have you tried this?

Gunter 03-04-2007 08:01 AM

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Originally posted by afterburn 549
I dont want to say this, my brain says dont, but my fingers ( their fault) want to know - why not a PC 680 ??? it is the most simple solution !!
Where would this PC 680 be found in civilized Canada?
What is a PC 680?
Is it the maintenance-free $60 wonder that can leak, eat the battery tray and release fumes into the trunk? :D

Ah, I see; it's an Odyssey Dry-cell?
So, how much would this PC 680 be in the Seattle area?
And, does it have the "lips" to fit into a 911 tray?

afterburn 549 03-04-2007 08:22 AM

Go tell your NAPA dealer to order you one / or our host may sell them. Unless you need a a 2 hour reserve with every thing on , it is the best way to go. IMO

Gunter 03-04-2007 10:18 AM

Sounds good, afterburn:
Can you post a picture of the PC 680 installed in your 911, please?

KCinBR 03-04-2007 10:58 AM

does anyone have the correct part# for the optima red top battery that I would need for my 88 carrera. The more I read and search the more confused I get.

Gunter 03-04-2007 11:46 AM

KC:
The Optima Red weighs quite a bit, is not cheap and you have to make a holding-fixture (Adapter plate) for it.
More search?

afterburn 549 03-04-2007 12:02 PM

I am pic stupid still. I installed it in the most forward end of the car just off center (passenger side) Pc680 people makes a nice hold dwn bracket too.
Lots put them in the smuggler box, my theory is too much weight to the rear.
Ran new BIG cables back to starter and one for ground. Will start, no problem even at freezing temps.

Por_sha911 03-04-2007 12:13 PM

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Originally posted by KCinBR
does anyone have the correct part# for the optima red top battery that I would need for my 88 carrera. The more I read and search the more confused I get.
I just installed the 34/78 with 800 CCA. You can use the 75/35 which has 720 CCA (its a little cheaper and lighter). A 6.99 white plastic cutting board was my mounting setup. I used the exact system in: this thread. No major skills required.

Early_S_Man 03-04-2007 12:37 PM

Kato,

The AGM battery in the Vector Jump-start pack is a typical motorcycle/lawn tractor battery with perforated posts ... i.e., not SAE battery terminals. Probably superior to SAE terminals in most respects, actually, if you are willing to alter the lugs on your battery cables!

No, I haven't done this install ... just postulating on a source for a low-cost AGM sealed battery of 19 Ah capacity.

My preference/suggestion would be a Miata battery for $92 ... the price has risen in the past couple of months!

KCinBR 03-04-2007 01:38 PM

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Originally posted by Por_sha911
I just installed the 34/78 with 800 CCA. You can use the 75/35 which has 720 CCA (its a little cheaper and lighter). A 6.99 white plastic cutting board was my mounting setup. I used the exact system in: this thread. No major skills required.
PERFECT!!!!! the link you provided was just what the doctor ordered

Thanks much...................KC

Hendog 03-05-2007 07:58 PM

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Originally posted by KCinBR
PERFECT!!!!! the link you provided was just what the doctor ordered

Thanks much...................KC

I just picked up my Optima 34/78 today and returned the other battery. I'm installing as per the provided link as well. Much thanks to Ed Hughes for providing that simple solution.:cool:

Gunter 03-06-2007 06:02 AM

Good choice, Henri.
Please, tell me the size and weight.
Where did you buy it and how much?
Many thanks,
Gunter

Hendog 03-06-2007 07:23 AM

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Originally posted by Gunter
Good choice, Henri.
Please, tell me the size and weight.
Where did you buy it and how much?
Many thanks,
Gunter

38 lbs (my old battery weighed 58 lbs!!)
Lordco; $197

check http://forums.pelicanparts.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=328799&highlight=optima +power for dimensions.


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