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03-12-2021, 12:08 AM | #1 |
Not Yet Wild
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Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
Is anyone running 8v Die Hard batteries from advance auto? I brought my 2013 txt up with me from FL to NJ and let the batteries deplete to the point where I think they are damaged internally. I don't use it much (a few rides around the neighborhood, trick or treating with the kids, etc. ), thus the reason why I don't want to spend a small fortune on replacing them. Current setup is 8v @155ah and in their prime, they were more than adequate. The Die Hards are at around 170ah and cost about $130 each. Please let me know your thoughts!
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03-12-2021, 05:50 AM | #2 |
Gone Wild
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
I have the Die Hard 170AH in my cart, Unfortunately I can not give much feedback. I bought them in sept of 2020 and started tearing the cart apart right after.
I plan to give updates as we use it. Edit: I got these batteries Dirt Cheap because my nephew is a parts distributer ($525 for all six)... At $130 each plus tax, I don't think I would have bought these if I had to pay that price. Look into the Trojans. The long time users on the site swear by them and I think you can find them for about the same price as you will pay for the Die Hards. Brian |
03-12-2021, 09:57 PM | #3 |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
Thanks for the update. Unfortunately, the pickings are slim in NJ, not like when I was in FL. I can hold out for a while. Let me know how it goes with the die hards!
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03-13-2021, 10:28 PM | #4 |
Resident Curmudgeon
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
Does Die Hard, Craftsman, or Sears brand still exist today? I thought they EOL'd like Kmart ages ago?
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03-13-2021, 10:57 PM | #5 |
Gone Wild
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Location: New Jersey
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
Yes the name was bought by Advanced Auto Parts.
I will update my experience with them as time goes on. As for getting Trojan Batteries in NJ here is the web site dealer locator for NJ. https://tools.trojanbattery.com/dealers.aspx There are a lot of locations. |
03-13-2021, 11:05 PM | #6 |
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
I highly recommend Trojan or US Batteries. We have had bad experience with anyone else, especially cheaper brands (Rural King are the worst)
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03-16-2021, 09:38 PM | #7 |
Not Yet Wild
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
Trojan and US 8v batteries are like $270 each!!
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03-16-2021, 10:38 PM | #8 |
Getting Wild
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03-17-2021, 06:43 PM | #9 |
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
But last you 6-8 years if taken care of, have the proper Amp Hour capacity for more run time, and are warrantied 2 years. The phrase is "you get what you pay for" If you skimp on batteries, you will spend a lot more on a replacement controller or motor. There's also a cheaper (170 each) 'black box' Trojan battery, but run time is reduced. Not meant for anyone who golfs or depends on a lot of run time. |
04-06-2021, 06:24 PM | #10 |
Gone Wild
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Re: Anyone Running Die Hard Batteries?
Eyao1124
I sent you a PM I may be jumping into Lithium sooner than I thought. My batteries will be up for sale. Let me know if interested. Brian |
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