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mudmadross

New Member

• Oct 18, 2011

• #1

Hi does any one know if i can upgrade the recommended battery for one with a bit more umph, or will it damage the electric

 

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borristherat

New Member

• Oct 18, 2011

• #2

if it fits in the battery box and its the same voltage as the one removed then the bigger the better.
while changing the battery it may be worth fitting a battery isolater, 20 years ago i used to be in the forces as a vehicle electrician and though i have forgotten most of it, i do recall old landys suffering from "earth leakage" problems draining the battery when stood, an isolator will solve this problem.

hope that helps.

 

oxides

Well-Known Member

• Oct 18, 2011

• #3

The regulators in the alternator can be a bit leaky but I've left mine standing for months and it still started - and that was the cheapest battery I could fit. Mine's a petrol with bugger all compression left, so it isn't difficult to turn over . You might need more oomph for a diesel. If the electrics are a bit flaky, especially at low revs, the alternator might need overhauling or replacing with a new, bigger output one.

 

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mudmadross

New Member

• Oct 18, 2011

• #4

thanks, great help i will bear that in mind tomorrow whilst tinkering in the day light

 

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mudmadross

New Member

• Oct 18, 2011

• #5

I also remember the the old landy's draining themselves but never knew the reason, thanks very much