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« on: November 16, 2012, 06:35:01 PM » |
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The original style "tar-top" battery in my FE has developed a crack in the casing, and I need to replace it.
Does anyone have any suggestions on where I might find such a thing? I have heard of NOS casings being available from time to time.
Thanks in advance,
RET
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Stewy
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« Reply #1 on: November 16, 2012, 07:18:53 PM » |
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Hi RET, Have you seen these couple on ebay  Ebay Item #110973798821Ebay Item #280958324389Cheers Stewy  |
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No matter how much you push the envelope, It'll still be stationery
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« Reply #2 on: November 16, 2012, 08:12:22 PM » |
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http://www.arielbatteries.com.au/ in Melbourne build and reco them, may give you some info or someone in Sydney.
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« Reply #3 on: November 16, 2012, 08:41:43 PM » |
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Stewy, Yeah. No. Keith, Thanks for the tip - that's the mob I'd heard of, couldn't remember the name. I've sent 'em an email. cheers RET |
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« Reply #4 on: November 16, 2012, 11:44:26 PM » |
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Ret,
You could also try Globe Batteries @ Padstow.
Cheers,
Graham
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« Reply #5 on: November 17, 2012, 12:09:44 PM » |
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Thanks Graham, I will. I had previously got the impression they would rebuild one if you had the hard rubber casing, but that's the problem: mine's had it.
I'll give them a ring on Monday.
cheers RET
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« Reply #6 on: November 19, 2012, 05:09:17 PM » |
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RET - Ariel have done quite a few battery rebuilds for me over the years. I've always been happy with their work. I simply empty the battery and post it down to them. They send it back dry and then it's just a matter of adding the acid.
Ken
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« Reply #7 on: November 19, 2012, 08:49:59 PM » |
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Thanks Ken. The hard-rubber casing on mine is cracked, and I'm told they can't really be repaired.
No reply as yet from Ariel to email over the weekend. If work quietens down a bit, I might ring 'em and discuss.
Appreciate the help.
cheers
RET
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« Reply #8 on: November 19, 2012, 11:26:21 PM » |
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RET - if the old one's beyond repair it might be worth your while to ask if they have any originals in stock. I bought a re-built genuine FE/FC battery from them about 8 months ago. I know they get them from time to time.
Ken
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