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"Mark" <marcoraicevic@videotron.ca> wrote in message
news:Ga4Bb.34176$pQ1.916929@wagner.videotron.net.. .
> Hi,
> I just bought a used Honda Civic 98 and I noticed now that if I try to
start
> the car while it's been unused for a day or 2 in cold weather the battery
> sounds weak.
> What's the best battery to get for a Honda Civic 98 Dx Hatchback 5 speed
> manual 1.6L engine?
>
> Thanks
> Mark

First be sure that the battery is the problem. Make sure all of the
connections, the battery itself, and the tray are clean. A dirty battery
will discharge itself (albeit rather slowly). In regards to a replacement, I
can only speak for batteries made in the US. There are only three companies
that build batteries (major companies that is) in the US. 1) Exide; 2)
Delco; and 3) Johnson Controls. All batteries are built by these companies
to specifications provided by the retail companies, such as, Sears, NAPA,
Auto Zone, etc. The difference lies there. Look for a strong batt, high cca
and a good warranty such as offered by Sears and NAPA. However, I restate my
case - first check the cleanliness! That is the major cause of battery
problems...
Dave D
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