Quick, Replace your Battery - LotusTalk

turbophil · 05-27-2007, 09:43 PM

No new revelation here, but I was bored yesterday and cleaning the car. I removed the truck carpet just to find battery acid everywhere. It's been said several time before and I ignored the advice. REPLACE YOUR BATTERY.

I went out and purchased a PC625. I then fabed an aluminum bracket that weighs next to nothing, cost 3 bucks and will survive a car crash

. No more battery acid and I shaved a few pounds making the improvement

Have an acid free day

Best,

Phil

adamjayp · 05-27-2007, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by turbophil

I shaved a few pounds making the improvement

Battery acid will do that!

james4513 · 07-29-2007, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbophil

No new revelation here, but I was bored yesterday and cleaning the car. I removed the truck carpet just to find battery acid everywhere. It's been said several time before and I ignored the advice. REPLACE YOUR BATTERY.

I went out and purchased a PC625. I then fabed an aluminum bracket that weighs next to nothing, cost 3 bucks and will survive a car crash

. No more battery acid and I shaved a few pounds making the improvement

Have an acid free day

Best,

Phil

Phil, do you have a photo? Does your bracket mount the PC625 horizontally or vertically? Need to do mount vertically (long dimension up) to make room for a water injection tank.

Thanks - James

turbophil · 07-29-2007, 07:47 AM

James,

Photos are on the site here:

http://boefabrication.com/index.php?...d=35&Itemid=35

I just added them.

A similar bracket could be easily made to mount vertically though... Just run to home depot and buy some 1" aluminum strap and begin bending it. It helps to heat it a bit, but a few cold bends won't hurt this type of project...

Best,

Phil

Trendy Exige · 08-10-2007, 03:01 AM

Does this leakage from the stock battery apply to the '07 Lotus Exige S or only in the later model Elise?

You would think Lotus would resolve this issue by learning from past mistakes. If it applies to all S2 Lotus cars, then that battery bracket is beginning to look really nice lol

-A.

Jack · 08-10-2007, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Trendy Exige

Does this leakage from the stock battery apply to the '07 Lotus Exige S or only in the later model Elise?

You would think Lotus would resolve this issue by learning from past mistakes. If it applies to all S2 Lotus cars, then that battery bracket is beginning to look really nice lol

-A.

The '06 and on cars had a sealed (no-maintenance) battery -- heavy, but it didn't leak.

silvElise · 08-10-2007, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack

The '06 and on cars had a sealed (no-maintenance) battery -- heavy, but it didn't leak.

It still lost a charge damn fast.....

Since I do more street driving then track I decided to go with a red top... it fits the stock bracket and holds a charge for more then 2 days

MattG · 08-10-2007, 07:59 AM

Well, FWIW, I've had my '05 almost three years, I check the battery often and no trouble so far.

turbophil · 08-10-2007, 09:22 AM

Mine was fine until I started going to the track...

Matt- it sounds like you need to drive a little harder

Best,

Phil

Trendy Exige · 08-10-2007, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MattG

Well, FWIW, I've had my '05 almost three years, I check the battery often and no trouble so far.

Are you the same Matt thats from the NsxPrime? Didn't you used to own a BBSC Reverse Rotated Novi 2k Supercharger with an aftercooler kit, identical to my setup? Avatar appears to look the same but Who could be certain without asking, right?

-Andy

fitfan · 08-10-2007, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by MattG

Well, FWIW, I've had my '05 almost three years, I check the battery often and no trouble so far.

+1

and i do track it!

Randy Chase · 08-10-2007, 02:39 PM

Just make sure to check carefully under the carpets when you think you are fine. I thought I was, and it was leaking. Replaced with a PC680 and now a battery from Voltphreaks.

MattG · 08-10-2007, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Trendy Exige

Are you the same Matt thats from the NsxPrime? Didn't you used to own a BBSC Reverse Rotated Novi 2k Supercharger with an aftercooler kit, identical to my setup? Avatar appears to look the same but Who could be certain without asking, right?

Not me...never owned an NSX, though if the Elise hadn't come along when it did I'd have bought one. My avatar's an original creation; maybe someone 'borrowed' it from here!

choi0706 · 08-10-2007, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by turbophil

Mine was fine until I started going to the track...

Matt- it sounds like you need to drive a little harder

Best,

Phil

mind making me one?

Trendy Exige · 08-11-2007, 05:38 PM

Hi Matt,

Thats so strange. It just so happens someone has your same exact Avatar on NsxPrime.

Apparently, its not you because I found out his name is Marc. Its a 4 letter name and the first two letter are the same, which is how I got you two confused. But if you look at his profile below, he got an Elise after he sold his Nsx.

http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/member.php?u=3996

-Andy

MattG · 08-13-2007, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Trendy Exige

Hi Matt,

Thats so strange. It just so happens someone has your same exact Avatar on NsxPrime.

Apparently, its not you because I found out his name is Marc. Its a 4 letter name and the first two letter are the same, which is how I got you two confused. But if you look at his profile below, he got an Elise after he sold his Nsx.

http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/member.php?u=3996

-Andy

Yep, that's my avatar alright! I'm not offended, I've done the same thing in the past, using avatars found elsewhere especially in a case like this where the image is fairly abstract.

05-27-2007, 09:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
turbophil Plug Whisperer Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Kansas City/ Overland Park Posts: 2,544 Images: 6	Quick, Replace your Battery No new revelation here, but I was bored yesterday and cleaning the car. I removed the truck carpet just to find battery acid everywhere. It's been said several time before and I ignored the advice. REPLACE YOUR BATTERY. I went out and purchased a PC625. I then fabed an aluminum bracket that weighs next to nothing, cost 3 bucks and will survive a car crash . No more battery acid and I shaved a few pounds making the improvement Have an acid free day Best, Phil __________________ \| '05 GG LSS Elise \| A Track Chariot \| BOE ClamHinge \| BOE TVS SuperCharger 280whp/180wtq \| EFI Standalone Engine Management \| BOE Fuel Surge System \| BOE Lotus Tow Package See my car at BOE Fabrication: www.boefabrication.com *----->Last Updated: 9/25/2009* If something ain't worth doing right, it ain't worth doing... *Whoever thought working on a Lotus is hard, clearly hasn't tried it. Pick up a wrench and get some grease under your nails*

07-29-2007, 07:47 AM	#4 (permalink)
turbophil Plug Whisperer Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Kansas City/ Overland Park Posts: 2,544 Images: 6	James, Photos are on the site here: http://boefabrication.com/index.php?...d=35&Itemid=35 I just added them. A similar bracket could be easily made to mount vertically though... Just run to home depot and buy some 1" aluminum strap and begin bending it. It helps to heat it a bit, but a few cold bends won't hurt this type of project... Best, Phil __________________ \| '05 GG LSS Elise \| A Track Chariot \| BOE ClamHinge \| BOE TVS SuperCharger 280whp/180wtq \| EFI Standalone Engine Management \| BOE Fuel Surge System \| BOE Lotus Tow Package See my car at BOE Fabrication: www.boefabrication.com *----->Last Updated: 9/25/2009* If something ain't worth doing right, it ain't worth doing... *Whoever thought working on a Lotus is hard, clearly hasn't tried it. Pick up a wrench and get some grease under your nails*

08-10-2007, 03:01 AM	#5 (permalink)
Trendy Exige Exige Prestige Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Where the CARB regulation is your enemy Posts: 573	Does this leakage from the stock battery apply to the '07 Lotus Exige S or only in the later model Elise? You would think Lotus would resolve this issue by learning from past mistakes. If it applies to all S2 Lotus cars, then that battery bracket is beginning to look really nice lol -A. __________________ '07 Exige S (Storm Titanium) - Gotham 265, Arqray Titanium Double-Tip Exhaust w/ Arqray Sport Cat & Euro Grills, TWR Dry Carbon Cup Roof, LEA Dry Carbon Adjustable Wing, Prototype Composite Dry Carbon Front Spoiler, Reverie Dry Carbon Side Skirts & Dry Carbon Side Scoops, 17's Team Dynamics 1.2G Matte Black Wheels, Painted Bulkhead Panel, Painted Consoles, 6k HID w/ Raybrig JDM blinkers, Cup Car Airbox, RLS IC Pipes, Saikou Michi Catch Can, Rear Camera, Venture Shield Entire Front Clam etc.

08-10-2007, 07:59 AM	#8 (permalink)
MattG insert clever title here Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Living above the clouds in Colorado Posts: 7,676 Images: 11	Well, FWIW, I've had my '05 almost three years, I check the battery often and no trouble so far. __________________ '05 Elise, Magnetic Blue / Biscuit / Hardtop / http://eliseinfo.com Radar detector mounting brackets for sale here

08-10-2007, 09:22 AM	#9 (permalink)
turbophil Plug Whisperer Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Kansas City/ Overland Park Posts: 2,544 Images: 6	Mine was fine until I started going to the track... Matt- it sounds like you need to drive a little harder Best, Phil __________________ \| '05 GG LSS Elise \| A Track Chariot \| BOE ClamHinge \| BOE TVS SuperCharger 280whp/180wtq \| EFI Standalone Engine Management \| BOE Fuel Surge System \| BOE Lotus Tow Package See my car at BOE Fabrication: www.boefabrication.com *----->Last Updated: 9/25/2009* If something ain't worth doing right, it ain't worth doing... *Whoever thought working on a Lotus is hard, clearly hasn't tried it. Pick up a wrench and get some grease under your nails*

08-10-2007, 02:39 PM	#12 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	Just make sure to check carefully under the carpets when you think you are fine. I thought I was, and it was leaking. Replaced with a PC680 and now a battery from Voltphreaks. __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

08-11-2007, 05:38 PM	#15 (permalink)
Trendy Exige Exige Prestige Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Where the CARB regulation is your enemy Posts: 573	Hi Matt, Thats so strange. It just so happens someone has your same exact Avatar on NsxPrime. Apparently, its not you because I found out his name is Marc. Its a 4 letter name and the first two letter are the same, which is how I got you two confused. But if you look at his profile below, he got an Elise after he sold his Nsx. http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/member.php?u=3996 -Andy __________________ '07 Exige S (Storm Titanium) - Gotham 265, Arqray Titanium Double-Tip Exhaust w/ Arqray Sport Cat & Euro Grills, TWR Dry Carbon Cup Roof, LEA Dry Carbon Adjustable Wing, Prototype Composite Dry Carbon Front Spoiler, Reverie Dry Carbon Side Skirts & Dry Carbon Side Scoops, 17's Team Dynamics 1.2G Matte Black Wheels, Painted Bulkhead Panel, Painted Consoles, 6k HID w/ Raybrig JDM blinkers, Cup Car Airbox, RLS IC Pipes, Saikou Michi Catch Can, Rear Camera, Venture Shield Entire Front Clam etc.

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