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You can use a group size 48 battery with vent tube from any large auto place.
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You can use a group size 48 battery with vent tube from any large auto place.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Gang, Wondering if anyone has had to purchase a new battery? I decided to start my 996 up after 8wks of slumber, pretty much knowing the battery would be dead. It was... and it won't hold a charge. Since the battery's 5yrs old now, I suppose it's time for a replacement. The replacement part seems straightforward. Anyone know the cost, or if there's a source other than the dealer? Thanks, Troy

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You can use a group size 48 battery with vent tube from any large auto place. Interstate, Sears, exide, and so on. Bought mine from AutoZone for $60 two years ago. Jeff

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I bought a gel Optima battery at Costco for $100. Sears size 48 always worked great too as long as it is vented properly.

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Mo, Which Optima did you buy and did you have to modify the battery connector cables to connect it?

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