S2000 Battery

[wolfie]

The battery in my '02 S2000 will no longer hold a charge. Any recommendations on an upgraded version or is the stock Honda replacement
my best bet?

[Scott]

Some people have switched over to the Optima Yellow Top, but it's debateable that it's any better than an OEM replacement.

[MattG]

If your battery is not dead, the problem might be your car alternator.
Unless you have some big ICE (in car entertainment), you probably won't need to upgrade to some expensive sort of battery.

If all else fails, you can always push-start your car

[Java Junky]

A battery's mostly a battery wolf. 'S'long's it's got the amps to match up to what mother Honda installed at the factory it should be able to do the job.
I'm not up-to-date on it, but if a replacement Honda battery's much more expensive than a name you trust that's readily available locally, I'd go with cheaper brand, but again, as long as it's up to the amps of the OEM unit.
Be well.
Java

[philiam]

You will want to get as many amps as will fit in. The s2000 has very high compression and will put more strain on the battery. Higher amps will make things easier on all the electrics the battery will last a little longer. I can let my Civic stand for months and it will fire up at the turn of a key. They last me 7 years. It's an 89.

I have an Optima red top in my Diesel motor home and it holds up well. Could use a few more amps, though, Really high compression. It is a sealed unit and you never have to add water. They have gotten rather pricey though. But they have a 3 year replacement warranty. Not pro rated.

[Java Junky]

Phil, the higher compression has the battery needin' max amps at start up, but is there call for the extra amps other than that?
(I ain't bustin' chops, I'm takin' notes.)
Thanks.
Java

[s2000isu]

Dont take notes on that java and I am bustin chops lol. Sure its 11 ta 1 but its also 2 or 2.2 liters lol. My buddies nova with a 383 stroker motor running either 12 or 12.5 ta 1 started up with a garbage little battery no problem. I would be willing to bet a tractor battery would have enough to start our cars.

I run a optima red top in my one car and I can not say enough good things about it. Works great plus it looks pretty.

[Java Junky]

I hear ya isu, but, outside'a longevity n' its keepin' on, keepin' on . . how else do ya actually judge one battery as better'n another.
Aaaay! I'm dyin' here isu!
When'a we gonna get an "in-depth" on the Vortech?????
Stop polishin' long enough to fill us in why don'cha.
Be well.
Java

[s2000isu]

Alright I like the red top because you never have to worry about the posts corroding. It has plenty of cranking amps and it holds a charge forever. I left my other car sit for 8 months when I did the motor and it started right up. My buddy has a gto that sat for a year and he has a air bag suspension that he always plays with and that battery took it really well. I have had my red top for 3 years now and I just like it. I am sure when the batter goes in the s I will buy a optima for it too.

[jagg]

batteries? most of 'em are pretty good nowadays. just don't get some brand NOBODY ever heard of........


nuff said on that.
need details on how the hop-up-job feels on your wheels isu!!!!

[gomarlins3]

Some people have actually gone to a smaller battery to save weight. Personally, I would go with another OEM. Mine has lasted almost 6 years.

[Vezna31]

I'm trying to remember if I've ever changed my battery.

As far as a battery to handle high compression, I would tend to disagree since the only thing the battery does is start the car. The alternator takes over after that.

[philiam]

Originally Posted by Java Junky

Phil, the higher compression has the battery needin' max amps at start up, but is there call for the extra amps other than that?
(I ain't bustin' chops, I'm takin' notes.)
Thanks.
Java

Probably just my paranoia. You might not feel the difference at first but a few years down the line you might buying a new one. A larger battery has an easier time starting and therefore should last longer. For a few bucks more, amortized over 6 or 7 yrs, I prefer a little overkill. If allowed to get too low a battery will die a slow death. Especially if they are not desulfated.

My stukay sure doesn't turn near as fast as my 90 Civic. I don't know if the battery has been replaced or not. The car is a very well maintained 2002.

There are only about 3 companies that make all the batteries under different labels. But they are made to different specs.

[dr. feinstone]

wolfie.
you have a 2002 ap1 model, this is 2007. It is a 5 years old battery, thus it is possible your battery need a replacement. Go to an autoparts store and look for a replacement. Make sure to get a correct size for your car. It should be about 28 pounds in weight. Or you can experiment lighter weight battery like oddysey, spoon sport and buddy club. Also check your alternator by looking at the battery and brake warning lights, if they both appear at the same time. Have a shop inspect for alternator failure.

[philiam]

If you're gonna pull you battery for some reason hook a battery charger or 9 volt battery to the cables before disconnecting and the radio will keep its code. Be sure to reconnect before taking the back up off.

[desmo4]

Originally Posted by Scott

Some people have switched over to the Optima Yellow Top, but it's debateable that it's any better than an OEM replacement.

Optima no longer sells a battery which will fit or cars. They built a D51 and I had one for slightly under a yr when it failed (open circuit) Optima gave a 100% refund and told me that the battery was defective and it was a manufacturing flaw due to the small size. And when I contacted them recently, they said they have no plans to build another D51. I also tried an Odyssey PC925 the favorite Civic model. It needs special handling and without it, it will fail in short order. It can't deal with alarm systems or big loads that leave the battery below full charge when the car is parked. So no matter where you are it needs to be on a charger when it is stopped or it will sulphanate and loose capacity. I tried the Odyssey for weight loss but I ended up with the standard flooded electrolyte sealed antique. You can put a bigger Optima in the truck but weight distribution and cargo capacity will suffer.

Jonathan

[MattG]

BTW - wrong forum. This is as the title suggests for posting about the actual website (eg coding/bugs etc).

[Rick006]

If you are looking down the road to better performance one way to start is to buy a lighter battery that will do the job, there are several out there that will. when you add everything up it really makes a difference, It did in my car anyway.