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1990 MTD Yard Machine battery

#1

Richie F

Richie F

The machine has a 12hp 42 inch deck that in 2020 I installed a YTX12-BS battery (10Ah/180CCA)
Can/should I use a ST5L-BS (4.5Ah/80CCA)?
Was the first battery selection overkill?


#2

Richie F

Richie F

Just did my homework and going to buy another YTX12-BS, the other battery is too small for the size of the engine application.
I could go one battery size up (YTX14-BS) but I don't see the need to.


#3

TonyPrin

TonyPrin

Going forward, volts, size and configuration are the most important factors when purchasing a mower battery. Next comes CCA. The Ah rating can impact battery life but I wouldn't pay extra.


#4

Richie F

Richie F

Going forward, volts, size and configuration are the most important factors when purchasing a mower battery. Next comes CCA. The Ah rating can impact battery life but I wouldn't pay extra.
Thanks for the input.


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