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ira
Posted on Thursday, August 22, 2002 - 10:57 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post

I need to replace my battery in my '97 NA Disco .

Who makes the best replacement car battery for the Disco???
 

98roverdisco
Posted on Friday, August 23, 2002 - 04:00 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post

I got the "Orbital" from NAPA. It supposedly needs no maintenance--and costs accordingly. My NAPA dealer wanted out of his and the price was right. No leaks, no problems--and I don't have to stay awake worrying about corroding out my tray when I ignore it too long! Mine was about $60.
 

jay caragay (Jcaragay)
Posted on Friday, August 23, 2002 - 04:57 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post

You could always go with an Optima Red Top. A little more charging power for accessories like lighting or a winch.
 

James F. Thompson Jaime (Blueboy)
Posted on Friday, August 23, 2002 - 05:05 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post

Here is a link to some useful information on Optima batteries. Also a good place to purchase.

http://www.expeditionexchange.com/optima/index.htm

Jaime
 

MarkM
Posted on Monday, August 26, 2002 - 10:03 am:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post

I am also replacing my battery. What is the best way to prevent loss of radio code and ECU info?

Will a power source to the cig lighter keep all the info?

Thanks for your help again

-Mark
 

Joe
Posted on Monday, August 26, 2002 - 09:47 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post Print Post

I read last year in Consumer Reports that the Energizer car battery rated number one.

Don't know if that applies to SUV's thou...

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