I am probably going to jump on this deal offered by a vendor for a super lightweight battery, (11.5lbs total ) but I wanted to hear some opinions here first.

More weight to lose the better IMHO.

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Edit: Review by STI owner

http://www.imprezawrxsti.com/postnuk...ewtopic&t=8018

 

I don't know anything about the kit you linked, however, one of our registered vendors (Buschur Racing) offers a mini-battery kit for the Evo (20 pounds less than stock). You can view it here:


http://www.buschurracing.com/cgi-bin....cgi?18X376545


Speedlimit...

 

SRT-4_Destroyer,

very interesting battery indeed...

 

$225? OUCH! I understand the need to support vendors, but this battery seems the same and is half the price.

 

Hi,

I'm just pointing out another option that I knew would work in the Evo. Just make sure the batteries are indeed the same. i.e. cranking power etc. Have fun!

Speedlimit...

 

I did a little research and the Braille seems superior. If there are any problems within the first year, there is a free replacement warranty. The expected life is 3-6 years, so at half the price it seems like a stellar deal....getttin in on this.

Thanks guys!

 

Can you elaborate on your research? Are there other reasons why the Braille is superior to the Bushcur product?

 

Well, I did some searching on google and the Bushcur product appears identical to the Hawker/Odyssey line of batteries. IF you look carefully at that unit and then look at the Hawker line, you will notice that the casings are identical. While it is possible that multiple different batteries are made from the casings, these are not. There is a significant amount of documentation that I did on google which tipped me off to this.

I also read this comparison sheet. While it is put out by Braille, I found it informative and at least attempting to test the batteries on a even playing field.

Finally, before concluding that this was right for me, I called a cousin who has worked closely with different racing clubs. He indicated that the Braille battery has been used now for a few months in many of the racing/drag/autoX applications. He expressed that many of the drivers have been happy with the battery and its ability to perform its job. Also, my cousin indicated that he expected that these guys would continue to buy from Braille because of the one year free replacement warranty, which is not always offered by the other battery manufacturers.

This he indicated is important because they were discovering that the racing batteries occassionally failed, leaving them without recourse and requiring them to purchase a new battery. He explained that if a battery is bad, it will generally show it within the first year, and with the Braille that would not be a problem.

Also the Hawker line is more around the cost of the Braille once you factor in shipping and all the items you need to make it work, like posts, padding, etc---which I think the braille comes with.

Anybody know of any other great weight saving mods like this?

 

A lot of the of the guys in the STi community are opting for the Braille battery. Great product from what I've heard. I'd say go for it.

 

Me too are in search for a smaller battery to free up space in my engine so I think this battery will fit my cars need. If the guy still sell this, I might buy it too. Good job on your research, bro.
Noel

 

I did some searching and it appears,this seller is experienced with a second group buy for the battery and some jdm light deal; wonder if he/she can get other JDM parts, hmmm:

http://www.imprezawrxsti.com/postnuk...ewtopic&t=7583

http://www.imprezawrxsti.com/postnuk...ewtopic&t=6291

 

great info. thanks dude

 

The guy is still doing a group buy, $125 shipped. Great deal ...I will be ordering it.

http://www.imprezawrxsti.com/postnuk...ewtopic&t=8018

 

That is a great deal and it seems this is as good as or even better than Bushur's Battery. Good find SRT-4 Destroyer.

 

This is what I did w/ Odyssey PC680
https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/sh...hlight=odyssey