I had to jump start Kioti today. I'm thinking the batt. is proabably toast. What should I look for in amp hours and general quality. Mine had an Interstate batt. Does it matter if you get the correct rated battery. How would I Know if a given batt. was any good. It's the claimed life of the batt. Some car batts have winter cranking specs. What should I ask for if I don't like the price of an interstate battery. I don't know that I don't haven't called anyone yet.Open to suggestions. and thank you for your time.
Battery Attribute for LK3054 winter starts and general longevety?
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JoelD
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First make sure your negative lead had a very clean connection to the frame.
Regarding batteries. Nothing special, just good quality battery same as a car.
Some like the gels I've never tried
I think I have around 650 cca or so?
Been a long time since I purchased a new one
Good luck
Joel
Regarding batteries. Nothing special, just good quality battery same as a car.
Some like the gels I've never tried
I think I have around 650 cca or so?
Been a long time since I purchased a new one
Good luck
Joel
Patches
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I replaced mine with a NAPA Legend, 1050 cca, 0 maintenance battery. Pricey, but if your 3054 is as balky starting as mine in cold weather, you'll appreciate the extra cranking amps of this battery. I sometimes have to use the glow plugs for a minute or more to get mine started in 0* F temps; if I don't, it will start but run VERY rough for an extended period, sounding like it is really hurting itself
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Replace it with the same size battery and amp capacity with the brand of your choice and the warranty period that you want, longer year warranty= higher dollars.
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During long period of no use, a battery tender will save some life in your battery also especially in the winter months. If you have some parasitic draw like a clock or computer controller on a vehicle, it is best to leave a GOOD battery tender on all the time if not using for weeks or months at a time. Make sure that the battery tender shuts down when battery if fully charged though. Some cheaper ones just put about 1.5 amps in continuously. I learned this the hard way when I had one that boiled all the water out of a boat battery and ruined the battery. Since there isn't any parasitic draw on my boats batteries, I don't put a tender on them anymore, just top up with a regular charger about every 3-4 months and prior to any use. They stay charged up for many months without any tender attached.
o2batsea
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Ugh, I hate "which battery" threads cz they are always so full of whack. You buy batteries by weight and weight alone (for the given group size). CCA and amp hours mean nothing in terms of longevity. Lead does. More lead, more life. Period.
The best quality batteries are in no particular order; Odyssey, Trojan, Deka, and Surette/Rolls. These are all made in the USA or Canada in ISO9001 certified facilities.
There are two types of battery. Starting batteries, and deep cycle. Starting batteries will be a lot lighter in weight as they have open mesh plates to give more surface area. That allows lots of electrons to flow. Think of this type of battery as a sprinter. Deep cycle has flat plates which release electrons more slowly, they also can take a deeper discharge before they begin sulfation. They are like a marathoner.
Batteries may use an electrolytic solution (flooded) gel or absorbed glass mat (AGM). The gel and AGM batteries never need topping up and can be stood on end or on their side as there is no sloshing inside the battery case. They also tend to last longer.
The best way to ensure long battery life is to buy the biggest heaviest battery that will fit. That way you discharge it less. Also keep it charged. If it goes flat sulfation can occur and that will kill it.
So take your pick; starting or deep. You can start an engine with a deep cell, but you can't run a start battery as long as a deep cell. I use a Deka Marine Master AGM deep cycle in my DK45. Has been in there 5 years still going strong.
The best quality batteries are in no particular order; Odyssey, Trojan, Deka, and Surette/Rolls. These are all made in the USA or Canada in ISO9001 certified facilities.
There are two types of battery. Starting batteries, and deep cycle. Starting batteries will be a lot lighter in weight as they have open mesh plates to give more surface area. That allows lots of electrons to flow. Think of this type of battery as a sprinter. Deep cycle has flat plates which release electrons more slowly, they also can take a deeper discharge before they begin sulfation. They are like a marathoner.
Batteries may use an electrolytic solution (flooded) gel or absorbed glass mat (AGM). The gel and AGM batteries never need topping up and can be stood on end or on their side as there is no sloshing inside the battery case. They also tend to last longer.
The best way to ensure long battery life is to buy the biggest heaviest battery that will fit. That way you discharge it less. Also keep it charged. If it goes flat sulfation can occur and that will kill it.
So take your pick; starting or deep. You can start an engine with a deep cell, but you can't run a start battery as long as a deep cell. I use a Deka Marine Master AGM deep cycle in my DK45. Has been in there 5 years still going strong.
jrskblx125
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i run a battery tender but just swapped out the junk interstate that was in it with a 1050 cca. the 3054 is a pain in the butt in the winter time, and seeing as this was my first winter with it i swapped the glow plugs out this spring. to get a no smoke condition and even with the big battery i run the glow plugs 15-20 seconds at about 45-50 degrees. i will run them 10 seconds for good measure when the temps increase. not sure why these tractors hate starting haha.
i agree with patches youll appreciate a higher cca come cold season.
i agree with patches youll appreciate a higher cca come cold season.