No start issue

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Well, I just checked it with a voltmeter. It drops to 9.62v during cranking.

She dead.

 

[CLStout]

Dang, batteries sure don't last long anymore

 

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I used Walmart batteries for years but ran into a situation where the batteries on the shelf were 12-14 months old. And since the batteries are wet charge/wet ship are supposed to be put into service within 6 months of manufacture.

Stunned that ANYTHING at wally's is that old on the shelf. Weekly ours has the shelves raped clean of groceries. I always check the born on date before buying.

 

[CLStout]

I wonder if maybe I should buy an AGM battery for the UTV and put the newer battery in the mower. It's a 340 CCA.

 

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Dang, batteries sure don't last long anymore

If you remove during winter, put a Battery Tender on her, she will last 5 plus, agreed. Even those cheap wallymart batteries I've had good luck with.