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Fantayzias · 08-02-2005, 08:12 PM

My car (WRX) did not start the other day. I checked my battery and found that the water level was low. I filled it up with the distilled water and all and it worked okay for 2 days. So, I just go out to start it today and nothing. The water level is fine. All my lights are working and my turbo timer but not my head unit. I'm wondering if it is possible my head unit has a short and is draining my battery. Is it possible my battery just didnt take a charge or could it be electrical? Any help till I figure it out would be appreciated. Thanx

Fourbanger · 10-08-2005, 12:32 PM

Im thinking you solved the problem.

ScoobyNubieToo! · 10-08-2005, 12:52 PM

How many miles do you have on your WRX? I had to replace my battery at 12,000 miles. Since I do not drive my car when there's snow or ice on the ground, I keep it garaged for most of the winter which is pretty hard on the battery. I replaced my battery with an Optima and haven't had any battery-related problems since.

Little G · 10-08-2005, 01:02 PM

I don't think its recommended anymore to fill the water levels back up...I think your supposed to just replace them..

Fantayzias · 10-08-2005, 01:43 PM

Yeah...my battery just crapped out on me. Ive had the car for almost 4 years and 40,000 miles on it. I replaced it with the Optima redtop and its running fine.

ScoobyNubieToo! · 10-08-2005, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fantayzias

Yeah...my battery just crapped out on me. Ive had the car for almost 4 years and 40,000 miles on it. I replaced it with the Optima redtop and its running fine.

You'll be very happy with it! Good choice!

Little G · 10-08-2005, 02:51 PM

Do you guys know where i can buy one of those really small car batteries..??

MuddyREX · 10-08-2005, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fantayzias

Yeah...my battery just crapped out on me. Ive had the car for almost 4 years and 40,000 miles on it. I replaced it with the Optima redtop and its running fine.

Wow, I just replaced mine with 82,000 miles. I start my car on average 15 times a day, so I got a lot of starts out of it.

WRX27 · 10-08-2005, 05:03 PM

I was thinking of getting one of the redtops.... Any suggestions?

WRX27 · 10-08-2005, 05:05 PM

Also looking @ the Braille auto battery's.... Anyone have any experience with these..?

Silverfc88 · 10-08-2005, 05:23 PM

You can check ebay for Hawker Odyssey Batteries PC680MJ series with auto terminals. I've had mine for almost two years now and its been starting my car with no problems. If it craps out on me this winter then I might go with either a Braille or an optima yellow top D51r series. I like trying out new stuff on the car.

Who sells Braille batteries? I just looked on ebay and there is one for sale at $177!

ScoobyNubieToo! · 10-08-2005, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by WRX27

Also looking @ the Braille auto battery's.... Anyone have any experience with these..?

The only value to them is that they dump some weight. Unless that's what your looking to do, I would stick with an Optima battery.

Little G · 10-09-2005, 10:44 AM

Oh,so those small batteries suck??

ScoobyNubieToo! · 10-09-2005, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Little G

Oh,so those small batteries suck??

They don't suck, think of them basically as a stock battery minus weight. If you're looking for better cranking or are running a crazy stereo system, get an Optima red top.

Sid · 10-10-2005, 01:30 AM

Odd. I just had the same exact problem leaving work tonight. Lights, radio, everything worked. But when I cranked it---nothing but a few clicks. Jumped it, and it started immediately. Just a bit fearful of what tomorrow will bring.

Any suggestions for where to get an Optima relatively cheap? Also, what's the difference between the Red and Yellow?

ScoobyNubieToo! · 10-10-2005, 06:36 AM

Get it at Remy Battery .com
Customer Confirmation of Sale

Order Number: 1105
Order amount: $101.64
ShippingCost: $15.19
Shipping Method: Ground
Weight=36
Products Ordered:
35-910
35-910
Optima Part Number : 35-910
BCI Group Size : 35
Voltage : 12
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F : 720
Cranking Amps @ 32° F : 910
Reserve Capacity Minutes : 90
Amp Hour (20 Hour Rate) : 44
Dimensions(Maximum Overall)
Length : 9 5/16"
Width : 6 13/16"
Height : 7 5/8"
Quantity : 1
Price : $84.95

SilverTurboRidin · 10-10-2005, 07:12 AM

optima is trash. We just had our yellow top take a **** on us...and we only had it about 7 months....luckily it has a one year warranty on it....but one of the dry cells actually blew apart

Gorilla Unit 33 · 10-10-2005, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Little G

Do you guys know where i can buy one of those really small car batteries..??

bushur racing

WRX27 · 10-10-2005, 02:03 PM

Thanks for the info. everyone. Im not doing alot of stereo so what would you recomend for me? I would like 2 save weight. Either way i have the crappy stock subaru battery.

WRX27 · 10-10-2005, 08:56 PM

Braille Auto Development No-Weight Racing Battery
SKU: B14115

It is no secret that the lightest car retains the advantage in virtually any motorsports competition because the lightest car accelerates quicker, apexes faster, and stops shorter than its competition. That is why automotive enthusiasts continue to run the Braille B14115 No-Weight Battery in their vehicles.

Tipping the scales at a mere 11.5 lbs, this battery sheds 25 pounds or more off the front end of most vehicles. This results in a lower center of gravity and improved handling, especially when installed in conjunction with other proprietary lightweight parts engineered by Braille.

Not only is the Braille No-Weight Battery the only lightweight battery designed specifically for automotive use, but its also backed by Braille’s 1 year limited warranty. With all that, it’s no surprise that Braille batteries appear under the hoods of motorsports' top contenders.

Braille translates into Performance You Can Feel!

This is the one i was thinking of. I have seen it upwards of almost $300 but right off off of brailleauto.com its $175.00

08-02-2005, 08:12 PM	#1
Fantayzias Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: PA Member #80 iTrader: (0)	Battery? My car (WRX) did not start the other day. I checked my battery and found that the water level was low. I filled it up with the distilled water and all and it worked okay for 2 days. So, I just go out to start it today and nothing. The water level is fine. All my lights are working and my turbo timer but not my head unit. I'm wondering if it is possible my head unit has a short and is draining my battery. Is it possible my battery just didnt take a charge or could it be electrical? Any help till I figure it out would be appreciated. Thanx

10-08-2005, 12:52 PM	#3
ScoobyNubieToo! Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Williamstown Member #862 My Ride: WRB 2004 WRX Wagon with 07 STI Trans and Longblock inside! iTrader: (7)	How many miles do you have on your WRX? I had to replace my battery at 12,000 miles. Since I do not drive my car when there's snow or ice on the ground, I keep it garaged for most of the winter which is pretty hard on the battery. I replaced my battery with an Optima and haven't had any battery-related problems since. __________________ 2004 WRX WRB Wagon with 07 STI Trans and Longblock inside! See my member's journal here: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

10-08-2005, 01:02 PM	#4
Little G Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2005 Location: Mainline What !! Member #488 My Ride: 08 Mitsubishi Evo X iTrader: (0)	I don't think its recommended anymore to fill the water levels back up...I think your supposed to just replace them.. __________________ And Then What !!!!!!

10-08-2005, 02:51 PM	#7
Little G Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2005 Location: Mainline What !! Member #488 My Ride: 08 Mitsubishi Evo X iTrader: (0)	Do you guys know where i can buy one of those really small car batteries..?? __________________ And Then What !!!!!!

10-08-2005, 05:23 PM	#11
Silverfc88 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: NorCal Member #126 My Ride: 88 RX7 TII, 2012 WRX hatch iTrader: (5)	You can check ebay for Hawker Odyssey Batteries PC680MJ series with auto terminals. I've had mine for almost two years now and its been starting my car with no problems. If it craps out on me this winter then I might go with either a Braille or an optima yellow top D51r series. I like trying out new stuff on the car. Who sells Braille batteries? I just looked on ebay and there is one for sale at $177! __________________ formerly 95nracer Instagram @Silverfc88 11.6@123mph Streetport 13bt, Haltech Sprint RE, FIC 1150cc + Delphi 1000cc injectors, Walbro 255, Borg Warner s360 .88, HKS mani, JGS 50mm, Greddy FMIC, HKS Twin Power, AEM water/meth inj Last edited by Silverfc88; 10-08-2005 at 05:37 PM.

10-08-2005, 12:32 PM	#2
Fourbanger Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2005 Member #867 My Ride: 05 srt-4 iTrader: (0)	Im thinking you solved the problem.

10-08-2005, 01:43 PM	#5
Fantayzias Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: PA Member #80 iTrader: (0)	Yeah...my battery just crapped out on me. Ive had the car for almost 4 years and 40,000 miles on it. I replaced it with the Optima redtop and its running fine.

10-08-2005, 05:03 PM	#9
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	I was thinking of getting one of the redtops.... Any suggestions?

10-08-2005, 05:05 PM	#10
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	Also looking @ the Braille auto battery's.... Anyone have any experience with these..?

10-09-2005, 10:44 AM	#13
Little G Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2005 Location: Mainline What !! Member #488 My Ride: 08 Mitsubishi Evo X iTrader: (0)	Oh,so those small batteries suck?? __________________ And Then What !!!!!!

10-10-2005, 01:30 AM	#15
Sid Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Lansdale,PA Member #366 iTrader: (0)	Odd. I just had the same exact problem leaving work tonight. Lights, radio, everything worked. But when I cranked it---nothing but a few clicks. Jumped it, and it started immediately. Just a bit fearful of what tomorrow will bring. Any suggestions for where to get an Optima relatively cheap? Also, what's the difference between the Red and Yellow? __________________ 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie SLT Quad-Cab To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

10-10-2005, 06:36 AM	#16
ScoobyNubieToo! Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Williamstown Member #862 My Ride: WRB 2004 WRX Wagon with 07 STI Trans and Longblock inside! iTrader: (7)	Get it at Remy Battery .com Customer Confirmation of Sale Order Number: 1105 Order amount: $101.64 ShippingCost: $15.19 Shipping Method: Ground Weight=36 Products Ordered: 35-910 35-910 Optima Part Number : 35-910 BCI Group Size : 35 Voltage : 12 Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F : 720 Cranking Amps @ 32° F : 910 Reserve Capacity Minutes : 90 Amp Hour (20 Hour Rate) : 44 Dimensions(Maximum Overall) Length : 9 5/16" Width : 6 13/16" Height : 7 5/8" Quantity : 1 Price : $84.95 __________________ 2004 WRX WRB Wagon with 07 STI Trans and Longblock inside! See my member's journal here: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

10-10-2005, 07:12 AM	#17
SilverTurboRidin Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: L-town PA Member #197 iTrader: (0)	optima is trash. We just had our yellow top take a **** on us...and we only had it about 7 months....luckily it has a one year warranty on it....but one of the dry cells actually blew apart __________________ Uhh used to be my dog you was in my left titty Scream RYDE OR DIE I thought you would die wit me Found out you a bitch you can't even ryde wit me Now it's a war you ain't on the side wit me To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

10-10-2005, 02:03 PM	#19
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the info. everyone. Im not doing alot of stereo so what would you recomend for me? I would like 2 save weight. Either way i have the crappy stock subaru battery.

10-10-2005, 08:56 PM	#20
WRX27 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Work Member #363 My Ride: 2004 Subaru WRX Sedan iTrader: (0)	Braille Auto Development No-Weight Racing Battery SKU: B14115 It is no secret that the lightest car retains the advantage in virtually any motorsports competition because the lightest car accelerates quicker, apexes faster, and stops shorter than its competition. That is why automotive enthusiasts continue to run the Braille B14115 No-Weight Battery in their vehicles. Tipping the scales at a mere 11.5 lbs, this battery sheds 25 pounds or more off the front end of most vehicles. This results in a lower center of gravity and improved handling, especially when installed in conjunction with other proprietary lightweight parts engineered by Braille. Not only is the Braille No-Weight Battery the only lightweight battery designed specifically for automotive use, but its also backed by Braille’s 1 year limited warranty. With all that, it’s no surprise that Braille batteries appear under the hoods of motorsports' top contenders. Braille translates into Performance You Can Feel! This is the one i was thinking of. I have seen it upwards of almost $300 but right off off of brailleauto.com its $175.00

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