[Captainpd]

Originally Posted by Penglobal

Sorry that you car battery failed after only two years but may I add to your mechanic's reply.

First, if you car is under 36 months, you "may" be still covered under your new car's warranty, as other factors may of killed your newish battery, such as an alternator going out, loose defective belts or relay switches.

GENERALLY speaking, many car batteries used in new factory cars, such as in your situation are not necessarily of the highest quality nor fitted with a battery with the highest stored amperage hours. To save weight and cost, many new car batteries are as small as possible to conserve weight which contain minimal amperage hours.

Additionally, the combination of the Florida's sun and the constant use of the A/C will quickly drain any battery. I hope you spent a few extra dollars and replaced your dead battery will an efficient one.

A suggestion. As you car battery begins to age and your mechanic states that your battery will need to be replaced soon, start shopping for a good quality battery on sale. Then buy the battery and store it until needed. Rarely does a battery die and immediately need replacement when the new batteries go on sale. It's also very simple to replace a car battery.

Also, Walmart batteries are identical to the large brand name batteries costing almost double and Walmart will install the battery for free.

Rural King batteries are made by a very reputable maker. They have the best prices but DON'T INSTALL.