Agricultural battery ?

paul_c said:

Yeah I noticed that too, on further looking. It appears that the way Euro Car Parts checks fitment for various cars, is wrong (its been wrong on many other occasions for other parts I've tried to get from them, and eventually gave up in favour of GSF who are slightly better). So they're a bit naughty to list that headline price but offer only 540cca, instead of 570 or 600.

Alpha batteries are really good, I've used them before and nobody could match their price once specification is like-for-like. I emailed them and they've confirmed that a 334/250 upgrade should fit after checking:

072/089
£64.99
72AH, 600CCA
255L x 173W x 182H

334/250
£74.99
90AH, 800CCA
306L x 175W x 225H

A quick check under the bonnet suggests it would fit, but I'd need to adapt/replace the battery clamp so it reaches over the taller battery (the bonnet clearance should be okay though).

Anyone fitted this or another higher capacity, and if so, what type?

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paul_c said:

I ordered a 334/250 type battery a few days ago. It arrived and I fitted it today, and can confirm it fits with no issues at all. Its slightly longer and taller. Being taller means you need to adapt the battery clamp to properly clamp it. I made a little extension for the front one and re-made the back one out of threaded rod, and its all good. Also, this battery has 4 terminals, so connecting accessories (such as a winch) is made very easy!

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