Anyone else notice that OEM battery prices have shot up recently? A few weeks ago, a new battery for my 1991 was listing at about $95. Now, it's $200! Is there a parts shortage over at Honda?
Thanks for the tip! I was also thinking about AC Delco. There is a member here that was very satisfied with their battery from a weight and durability standpoint. He never listed the model number though...
Still, I'm shocked to see the OEM jump more than $100 in just a few weeks. I've never seen a OEM price move like that before. Makes me nervous about what other parts may jump up in the future... :frown:
I have a AC Delco and it works fine and for $65 you cant really beat it. Most batteries when properly installed and maintained should last at least 5 yrs or more.
++ on the AC Delco.
I have yet to find a Battery that last 10 years (and counting) including OEM.
anybody feel free to step up :wink:.
You cant beat the Delco 35-6YR for under $80 :smile:
MY OEM battery is now 9 years old, and going strong. I just keep it on a float charge from Dec - Mar when it sits for more than a week. I've put 28k mi on the car in those 9 years.Quote:
Originally Posted by Acura NsX Pilot
I have a AC Delco and it works fine and for $65 you cant really beat it. Most batteries when properly installed and maintained should last at least 5 yrs or more.
No problem-o the Odysseys I've had will easily do 10 years (had one last 14) as long as you use a float (NOT a trickle) charger when the car isn't driven for a week or so. The Odyssey PC 1400/35, which is the exact replacement for the stock battery is technically better in every way and will never leak acid all over your aluminum chassis. Granted they cost more, but last more than twice as long and if you want to save some weight get the PC 925 -- half the weight of the stock battery (though you'll need to manufacture a "spacer" in order to use the stock battery mount).
Thanks for the tip! I was also thinking about AC Delco. There is a member here that was very satisfied with their battery from a weight and durability standpoint. He never listed the model number though...
Still, I'm shocked to see the OEM jump more than $100 in just a few weeks. I've never seen a OEM price move like that before. Makes me nervous about what other parts may jump up in the future... :frown:
Well car has been discontinued for about five years now and I'm sure few people buy these from the dealer to begin with.
Check out the OEM ITR batteries as a replacement as this is what the Zanardis use but at Integra prices:biggrin:
Hate to break it to you Perry, but if you're talking about 31500-SR1-100M, that one is $200 too now. Looks like it is an AC Delco 35-6YR for me!
Costco. 3 year replacement warranty. Durable, cheap, heavy but proven reliable. It works. But then again, I also refuse to remove my spare tire and tool kit for the sake of a few pounds, I gain the benefit of knowing I can fix my own flat anywhere I am with cell service or not.
Cerritos Acura Has your factory battery for $98.00. $153.00 + tax Installed. with a 100 month warranty.
"It's not how fast you are replacing the battery, but how good you are at doin it"$55 to install a battery. New business idea..light bulb
I know its the dealer and all but what does it take maybe ten minutes. Probably takes longer to find the right socket.
Yikes! Good choice. I use Odyssey 12lbs myself and just use the OEM in the winter to crank it up once a month.