Braille Lightweight Batteries... info/reviews... - Page 4 - Toyota Yaris Forums

NonStopTuning · 04-02-2009, 06:13 AM

Anyone else?!

AznGouki · 04-12-2009, 12:50 AM

Those batteries look amazing. I'm very interested in the 9lb battery. I only intend to use it for the spring, summer, early fall months so I wonder if that would be doable. I'd like to know roughly how long it can sit for before it dies and if I can still start the yaris at -10C/14F. I really want the weight advantage and still keep the factory battery for the cold Canadian winters. I don't have any audio upgrades and my car is the base base model hatch if that helps.

Also the J hook kit looks really nice too.

frownonfun · 04-12-2009, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AznGouki

Those batteries look amazing. I'm very interested in the 9lb battery. I only intend to use it for the spring, summer, early fall months so I wonder if that would be doable. I'd like to know roughly how long it can sit for before it dies and if I can still start the yaris at -10C/14F. I really want the weight advantage and still keep the factory battery for the cold Canadian winters. I don't have any audio upgrades and my car is the base base model hatch if that helps.

Also the J hook kit looks really nice too.

idk bout the 9lb but the 11lb can only sit there for a few days. i was originally going to get the 9lb also because i dont have audio upgrades or anything and it rarely gets cold here but i just figured 2 and half more pounds of weight was worth the little extra security. i think the nine pound would be a little sketchy.

cali yaris · 04-12-2009, 10:41 AM

I'm using the 15 pound to make room for turbo piping. I like the balance between size and weight and strength with that one.

AznGouki · 04-12-2009, 04:04 PM

PK198105 seriously...3 bumps on this??? A mod needs to ban or suspend this guy.

PETERPOOP · 04-12-2009, 04:22 PM

lol. that would be harsh, but i dont understand all the bumps?

NonStopTuning · 04-12-2009, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AznGouki

Those batteries look amazing. I'm very interested in the 9lb battery. I only intend to use it for the spring, summer, early fall months so I wonder if that would be doable. I'd like to know roughly how long it can sit for before it dies and if I can still start the yaris at -10C/14F. I really want the weight advantage and still keep the factory battery for the cold Canadian winters. I don't have any audio upgrades and my car is the base base model hatch if that helps.

Also the J hook kit looks really nice too.

Thank you for the interest in our site and products, I appreciate it.

The 9lb is a great little battery, and it would work for you if you don't plan on any audio/video upgrades. This battery can sit for almost a couple weeks without a start. As long as you drive your car at least a few days a week you would be fine.

The 11lb is the one I would normally recommend for most Yaris owners. This battery has a little more juice and can sit for almost a month without a start. It also does a bit better in cold weather.

Either way, both are GREAT batteries and our customers seem to love them thus far. And of course, we use one in our AE86 drift car.

AznGouki · 04-12-2009, 05:42 PM

Thanks for the reply NST. I drive my car everyday but on the odd days off from work, I may not drive it for 1-2 days. I just wanted to make sure that the battery wasn't going to flat out and die on me as I wake up from a 7 hr sleep haha. How much would shipping be to canada and is there a deal if I buy 2? Also what are the instructions for using the j hook kit.

scape · 05-05-2009, 02:26 PM

not much cheaper, and probably not even suitable for the job...but:
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...PCELL-400.html
one of those in the trunk instead of a batt in the front...

Te019 · 05-13-2009, 07:36 PM

Hey this is my first post, but I have to chime in about these batteries. I ordered mine a few days ago, and it arrived (15lb carbon fiber one) today. It came with a certificate - kind of like a born on date... anyway mine was April 9th.

I installed it in my car, and my scangauge indicated that voltage was less than 13volts. It would stay around 12, then dip into the 11s and 10s even. I tried running my radar detector (as the only electrical accessory), and it would not run... it kept shutting down and basically was struggling to work. Not good.

So... I decided to put back in the stock battery and return the Braille battery tomorrow (unfortunately). I put the stock battery back in which I only had out for maybe 4 hours, and now it is indicating a low charge (12-13volts, when it normally boots right up to 14volts). So what's the deal with the battery issues? Is my stock battery dead? Was I supposed to "break in" this Braille battery so it could build up a charge to 13.8 (supposedly what it says it's supposed to output) volts?

gwasabi · 05-13-2009, 07:50 PM

If we have minor Audio mods, will the 11lb battery be sufficient? I'm talking about 2 amps one for speakers and one for sub. I got a aftermarket headunit too.

NonStopTuning · 05-13-2009, 10:49 PM

Yes, should work just fine. Or you can go with the 15lb and have no worries what-so-ever and still shave off some SERIOUS weight, compared to your OEM battery.

NonStopTuning · 05-13-2009, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Te019

Hey this is my first post, but I have to chime in about these batteries. I ordered mine a few days ago, and it arrived (15lb carbon fiber one) today. It came with a certificate - kind of like a born on date... anyway mine was April 9th.

I installed it in my car, and my scangauge indicated that voltage was less than 13volts. It would stay around 12, then dip into the 11s and 10s even. I tried running my radar detector (as the only electrical accessory), and it would not run... it kept shutting down and basically was struggling to work. Not good.

So... I decided to put back in the stock battery and return the Braille battery tomorrow (unfortunately). I put the stock battery back in which I only had out for maybe 4 hours, and now it is indicating a low charge (12-13volts, when it normally boots right up to 14volts). So what's the deal with the battery issues? Is my stock battery dead? Was I supposed to "break in" this Braille battery so it could build up a charge to 13.8 (supposedly what it says it's supposed to output) volts?

Shame on you for not ordering it from NST

It sounds like your problem is elsewhere. Maybe a loose connection? Something moved without you noticing? A wire being pinched? etc? The fact that your OEM battery is also showing low output leads me to believe that your problem is NOT with the Braille, and with something else.

I have yet to hear, or see, any problems with the Braille battery when installed correctly. We have done about a dozen of these installations in Scion, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan cars in our garage at NST. Every battery thus far has fired right up, has worked very well, and has provided very good results.

I would check all your connections before making your final decision.

Good luck, and please consider NST for your future purchases

eric81 · 05-14-2009, 12:12 AM

I changed out my stock battery with an aftermarket one that has somewhere around 630 cold cranking amps. It is the highest I am allowed to put in my car. Haven't had any issues with it yet. My stock one actually died on me after sitting for only 4 days. I charged it, and it went dead again less than 72 hours later. Then it started to die within 48 hours, and that is when I replaced it. My car sits for several days on a regular basis with NO effects on it at all. Stock batteries suck.

Te019 · 05-15-2009, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by NonStopTuning

Shame on you for not ordering it from NST

It sounds like your problem is elsewhere. Maybe a loose connection?

Yep, it was a loose ground. I had it "tight" but didn't "tighten the hell out of it"... once I did that, it worked. Now the Braille is cranking out 14 volts, 13.7-13.8 with all accessories on.

(The batteries were on sale, otherwise I'd rather have ordered from you guys).

Now if you guys could find carry some ceramic wheel bearings...

NonStopTuning · 06-08-2009, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Te019

Yep, it was a loose ground. I had it "tight" but didn't "tighten the hell out of it"... once I did that, it worked. Now the Braille is cranking out 14 volts, 13.7-13.8 with all accessories on.

(The batteries were on sale, otherwise I'd rather have ordered from you guys).

Now if you guys could find carry some ceramic wheel bearings...

Glad to hear that you're good to go

YotaYaris · 06-08-2009, 11:45 PM

http://www.odysseybatteries.com/batteries.htm

I had one of these in my EG and it was great, just another option.
Customer service was good also.

YotaYaris · 06-08-2009, 11:56 PM

I think is the one I used on my car. If you call them they will let you know exactly what will work for you. I used there battery for 2 years with no problems at all. Ended up selling the car though.

http://www.odysseybatteries.com/battery/pc680mjt.htm

04-12-2009, 12:50 AM	#56
AznGouki Metsu Drives: NCP91 ; E36 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calgary Posts: 154	Those batteries look amazing. I'm very interested in the 9lb battery. I only intend to use it for the spring, summer, early fall months so I wonder if that would be doable. I'd like to know roughly how long it can sit for before it dies and if I can still start the yaris at -10C/14F. I really want the weight advantage and still keep the factory battery for the cold Canadian winters. I don't have any audio upgrades and my car is the base base model hatch if that helps. Also the J hook kit looks really nice too. __________________

04-12-2009, 10:41 AM	#58
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	I'm using the 15 pound to make room for turbo piping. I like the balance between size and weight and strength with that one. __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

04-12-2009, 04:04 PM	#59
AznGouki Metsu Drives: NCP91 ; E36 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calgary Posts: 154	PK198105 seriously...3 bumps on this??? A mod needs to ban or suspend this guy. __________________

04-12-2009, 05:42 PM	#62
AznGouki Metsu Drives: NCP91 ; E36 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Calgary Posts: 154	Thanks for the reply NST. I drive my car everyday but on the odd days off from work, I may not drive it for 1-2 days. I just wanted to make sure that the battery wasn't going to flat out and die on me as I wake up from a 7 hr sleep haha. How much would shipping be to canada and is there a deal if I buy 2? Also what are the instructions for using the j hook kit. __________________

05-13-2009, 07:50 PM	#65
gwasabi View User's Garage Drives: 07 Blazing Blue LB Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 692	If we have minor Audio mods, will the 11lb battery be sufficient? I'm talking about 2 amps one for speakers and one for sub. I got a aftermarket headunit too. __________________ Most Satisfying Crew Serious Business... MunkyWurks Garage - 8088488794

04-02-2009, 06:13 AM	#55
NonStopTuning Drives: NST CARS: S13 AE86 ANT10 AW11 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: USA Posts: 1,097	Anyone else?!

04-12-2009, 04:22 PM	#60
PETERPOOP View User's Garage Drives: 08 white liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Oahu Posts: 3,674	lol. that would be harsh, but i dont understand all the bumps?

05-05-2009, 02:26 PM	#63
scape View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Hatchback Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Beaufort, South Carolina Posts: 388	not much cheaper, and probably not even suitable for the job...but: http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...PCELL-400.html one of those in the trunk instead of a batt in the front...

05-13-2009, 07:36 PM	#64
Te019 Drives: 2008 Yaris, 2000 Echo Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: USA Posts: 2	Hey this is my first post, but I have to chime in about these batteries. I ordered mine a few days ago, and it arrived (15lb carbon fiber one) today. It came with a certificate - kind of like a born on date... anyway mine was April 9th. I installed it in my car, and my scangauge indicated that voltage was less than 13volts. It would stay around 12, then dip into the 11s and 10s even. I tried running my radar detector (as the only electrical accessory), and it would not run... it kept shutting down and basically was struggling to work. Not good. So... I decided to put back in the stock battery and return the Braille battery tomorrow (unfortunately). I put the stock battery back in which I only had out for maybe 4 hours, and now it is indicating a low charge (12-13volts, when it normally boots right up to 14volts). So what's the deal with the battery issues? Is my stock battery dead? Was I supposed to "break in" this Braille battery so it could build up a charge to 13.8 (supposedly what it says it's supposed to output) volts?

05-13-2009, 10:49 PM	#66
NonStopTuning Drives: NST CARS: S13 AE86 ANT10 AW11 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: USA Posts: 1,097	Yes, should work just fine. Or you can go with the 15lb and have no worries what-so-ever and still shave off some SERIOUS weight, compared to your OEM battery. __________________ MIKE @ NST www.NonStopTuning.com

05-14-2009, 12:12 AM	#68
eric81 View User's Garage Drives: Toyota Salesman Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Clarksville, IN Posts: 297	I changed out my stock battery with an aftermarket one that has somewhere around 630 cold cranking amps. It is the highest I am allowed to put in my car. Haven't had any issues with it yet. My stock one actually died on me after sitting for only 4 days. I charged it, and it went dead again less than 72 hours later. Then it started to die within 48 hours, and that is when I replaced it. My car sits for several days on a regular basis with NO effects on it at all. Stock batteries suck.

06-08-2009, 11:45 PM	#71
YotaYaris Drives: 09 3dr (sold), 12 SE 5spd : ) Join Date: May 2009 Location: SA TX Posts: 140	http://www.odysseybatteries.com/batteries.htm I had one of these in my EG and it was great, just another option. Customer service was good also.

06-08-2009, 11:56 PM	#72
YotaYaris Drives: 09 3dr (sold), 12 SE 5spd : ) Join Date: May 2009 Location: SA TX Posts: 140	I think is the one I used on my car. If you call them they will let you know exactly what will work for you. I used there battery for 2 years with no problems at all. Ended up selling the car though. http://www.odysseybatteries.com/battery/pc680mjt.htm

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