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Beachbum
Original Poster
2,283 posts
100 months
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I know that this has been discussed before, however the search function is currently unavailable.
I need a new battery for a 54 plate 111R, the current one is the original from 8yrs ago. Whats the best options out there ? Need info soonest as need to get this ordered quickly, as not sure how long the current one will last.
Thanks
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Mister K
75 posts
104 months
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I think you need a type 063, bosch or varta seem best.
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Beachbum
Original Poster
2,283 posts
100 months
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Well had to order something, so ended up going for a Bosch S5001. Now I just have to hope the old battery lasts until the new one gets here
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Flat6
410 posts
124 months
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I ordered a Bosch from Eurocarparts in Feb for my 111r. Paid £35 delivered with a 3 year guarantee, although iirc they were doing a 15% discount on all batteries at the time
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Beachbum
Original Poster
2,283 posts
100 months
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Flat6 said: I ordered a Bosch from Eurocarparts in Feb for my 111r. Paid £35 delivered with a 3 year guarantee, although iirc they were doing a 15% discount on all batteries at the time Hopefully that was the S4001 version, otherwise my good deal, just became less so. The S5001 has a 5yr warranty
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Paul_M3
658 posts
54 months
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I just replaced the battery on my Elise.
Although a type 063 is standard, I fitted a bigger type 075.
It is a little bit wider, but actually fits perfectly on the foam pads in the boot.
By buying a Bosch S5 version I had a total battery capacity increase from 44Ah to 61Ah.
This is very useful if you car can sit for a week or two without being used.
Obviously it is a little bit heavier, but not enough to make any significant difference.
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Grinnders
1,528 posts
73 months
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I used a Bosch on mine Simon. Recommend them. Not sure if you need to modify the bracket like I did on the S1. Mine was about £50 back then.
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Beachbum
Original Poster
2,283 posts
100 months
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Thankfully fitted no problems at all. And the old battery lasted until the new one arrived too.
Now all I have to sort out, are brakes, rattles and a strange phenomenem with the coolant tank. New thread starting soon on that one
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