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      01-08-2012, 10:06 PM   #23
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I have a PC680 in my e30M3. It will work great everyday if used, but does not hold a charge well (maybe 3 days) with out being used. But for the weight, you can't beat it. Its also a gel cell.
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      01-13-2012, 07:17 PM   #24
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Finally got the Braille kit (battery +bracket) installed, after buying the SAE battery posts separately -they were not included in the kit. Weight savings are nearly 30 pounds.

Battery read 12.7v upon arrival. I'll check it in a day or three to see if there's any significant parasitic draw. Ancillary wires in the photo are for an ignition capacitor and a trickle-charger harness. Both appear to be working normally with the new battery. Car starts normally; not worried about especially cold temps here in SoCal.
looks good. on my todo list this year
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Update

FYI, Battery turned over strong after eight days of sitting.
Glad to have the 30 pounds of dead weight out of the back.

I plan on adding this 3"x3" emergency engine starter to my trunk, though - just in case.
link: http://www.autobarn.net/porta-jumper.html

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      03-17-2012, 12:22 AM   #26
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Further update

After several months, no issues whatsoever. Car has sat for a week at a time, four or five times now, and starts without issue. Very pleased with the battery swap. Have had no need to trickle-charge it.

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      03-17-2012, 02:43 PM   #27
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I plan on adding this 3"x3" emergency engine starter to my trunk, though - just in case.
link: http://www.autobarn.net/porta-jumper.html
The description sounds almost to good to be true for the price. Has anyone used one of these?
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      03-17-2012, 02:47 PM   #28
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I just installed a Deka ETX20L, 15.5lbs. Will report long term effects

http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...558729&page=27
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I just installed a Deka ETX20L, 15.5lbs. Will report long term effects

http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...558729&page=27
how has this battery held up over the years?
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I just bought the Braille 11lbs batt, on the recommendation of a few guys that are using it. Seems to be pretty good.
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I just got a 15 pound b2015 waiting for a hpa mount to come so I can install. Looks so tiny makes me wonder how long it will last
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