So it seems my battery is slowly dying so I figured it was a good time to ask you guys what battery you guys are running in your NA. I have a 96 1.8. Thanks!
So it seems my battery is slowly dying so I figured it was a good time to ask you guys what battery you guys are running in your NA. I have a 96 1.8. Thanks!
I've always used a Westco, even with the V8.
I use an Interstate MT-MX-5 battery. A bit pricey. They have the correct post location and vent hoses. Plus they are the right size for the battery box and, the holddown clamps don't need to be re-engineered! I hookup my Battery Tender once in a while to top off the charge. Automobile batteries only seem to last 18-24 months out here in the desert southwest. The heat cooks them.
PK in LV
'91 BRG #3294 of 3995
The top goes up when the storm has a name.
200cca motorcycle battery. A local guy runs it.
Surprisingly, it can turn the car over.
My build thread and my Instagram.
all I have ever used is a sealed gel type battery from WestCo, they are pricey but last longer, youll need to shop around to find the best price.
http://estorebc.mkbattery.com/Category/41_1/Miata.aspx
This is what I'll be trying this season. Was pointed towards it when I mentioned I needed a new battery. Solid price for something small and lightweight
http://www.fab9tuning.com/index.php?...id=930&lang=en
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1991 Mariner Blue - Built 1.8 swap, EFR, Fab9Tuning, Tii drivetrain
Originally Posted by XS_Power_Batteries
And is has Electrolytes !!!!!!
Reminds me of this movie ...............
The Westco is $120 at Good-win
Phatmiata (02-18-2015)
Thank you everyone for all the help. I'm gonna just stick with a Westco battery and call it a day!
same…... I am about to order one as well, I'm trying to see if anyone has one local for cheaper
Same as others I use the Westco. it fits in nice and snug and does the trick. Downside is that when it drains it takes days to charge given its a AGM style battery. Also this means jumping it is rather risky.
I have the O'Reilly's AGM battery. Part #MIATA (seriously)
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...&keyword=miata
Adam (RevLimiter) has a post about it on his blog.
http://revlimiter.net/blog/2012/01/b...-not-included/
kung fu jesus (03-11-2015),Phatmiata (02-20-2015)
I got one of the O'Reilly's AGM Super Start battery a couple months ago. Took about 8 seconds to swap out. Easy, peasy, lemon squeezy.
Phatmiata (02-20-2015)
That O'Reilly battery is a cool 24lbs, holy crap.