370Z Battery Life Expectancy

fonzo179 · 06-24-2013, 11:27 AM

I've had my Z almost 3 yrs now. No issues from the battery.

kenchan · 07-01-2013, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

My original battery ('09, just turned 20k miles) is still going strong. I had to add some water recently (dealer couldn't seem to handle the job even after discussing the fact that, no, my car did not have a maintenance-free battery).

Battery technology has made some major leaps in the last decade or so and even a cheap battery is pretty good nowadays. Use the site search feature for more info and opinions.

GJ. just for reference, my 9yr old G's battery is still going strong.

all i do is add distilled water to the battery after a full charge every other year, and just keep it on battery tender while car is parked for more than a couple of days.

L33T Z34 · 07-29-2013, 06:00 AM

My '09 OEM battery lasted 4 years, 3 months. My Z build date is FEB 09. My Z has sat in a garage most of its life w/the battery disconnected. I replaced it w/an Interstate Mega-Tron + (MTP-35).

kenchan · 07-01-2013, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by N0SL3N

Mine (09) is still on the original battery and I have noticed recently that it is taking a bit longer to crank.

No winter driving and stock stereo?

What do people recommend for a replacement? Optima?

i would just get a cheap one from walmart called EverStart or something.
mr.galeforce recommended it. it has an advertised 640 CCA.

just bring your old battery to walmart after you're done. they can dispose it.
or, if you want, bring the old battery and they give you a discount for the core.

check the post location and orientation before you buy, but this is wat i found when i searched:

EverStart MAXX
Number: MAXX-35N
Price $99.87

Maximum performancePowerFrame Grid technology virtually eliminates premature failureFor use in the most demanding applicationsEngineered for the highest performance in all weather conditions5 Year Warranty Program
(3 Years Free Replacement + 2 Years Prorated)MAXX-35S available in southern regions for maximum life in warmer climatesCold Cranking Amps: 640Free battery test and installation (where available)You can bring any lead-acid battery into Walmart and we will dispose of it for you at no charge. If you purchase a new battery during the same visit, you can also save on the core fee.
•The most powerful EverStart Battery available
•Starting power meets or exceeds manufactures requirements
•Great for all weather climates
•5 Year Warranty Program
(3 Years Free Replacement + 2 Years Prorated)
•MAXX-35S available in southern regions for maximum life in warmer climates
•Cold Cranking Amps: 640
•Free battery test and installation (where available)
•You can bring any lead-acid battery into Walmart and we will dispose of it for you at no charge. If you purchase a new battery during the same visit, you can also save on the core fee.

dennis26 · 06-25-2013, 06:37 PM

Have 2010 with 22,500 miles no problems so far.

tunafish · 08-01-2013, 09:52 PM

How can you tell this is compatible with a 2013 touring?

Amazon.com: Battery Tender 021-0123 Battery Tender Junior 12V Battery Charger: Automotive

kenchan · 08-01-2013, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tunafish

How can you tell this is compatible with a 2013 touring?

Amazon.com: Battery Tender 021-0123 Battery Tender Junior 12V Battery Charger: Automotive

that looks like the one i use.

Chuck33079 · 08-01-2013, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by tunafish

How can you tell this is compatible with a 2013 touring?

Amazon.com: Battery Tender 021-0123 Battery Tender Junior 12V Battery Charger: Automotive

Looks good to me.

Mike · 08-02-2013, 07:56 PM

Mine is 4 years and 2 months old right now.

Sometimes I have to charge it before a track event if I haven't driven it in 2 or 3 months, but once charge, its holds the charge just fine. Started today with no problems after sitting two weeks.

dennis26 · 08-15-2013, 08:43 AM

2010 just turned 24,000 miles no problems so far.

MyKindaGuise · 08-28-2013, 01:31 PM

Mine just died this week....17k miles and 1.5years.

My question is....

Buy stock battery for $112 at dealer
or go to local Advance Auto and by this guy for $172
Buy Optima Batteries RedTop Starting Battery, Group Size 35, 720 CCA 35 at Advance Auto Parts

kenchan · 08-29-2013, 04:36 PM

For those of you in hot climates, might want to check the water level more often.

cause i think it's evaporating due to the excessive heat.

1325 · 08-29-2013, 04:44 PM

65K+ since June 2010. Still cranking strong.

Spooler · 07-12-2014, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

For those of you in hot climates, might want to check the water level more often.

cause i think it's evaporating due to the excessive heat.

They will evaporate and kill a battery with the quickness. I suggest checking the water level of the battery every oil change. I normally will have to add once a year. Low water/acid level will kill a battery quick. Add distilled water. Fill each cell to the bottom of where the plastic starts, not to the top. I checked my battery when I got the car a couple of weeks ago. It was low, I think I got it in time.

aesthetk1 · 09-02-2013, 03:20 AM

Mine lasted almost exactly 3 years. 49k miles

06-24-2013, 11:27 AM	#1 (permalink)
fonzo179 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: A Fantasy World Posts: 1,707 Drives: 2014 Audi Q5 3.0T Rep Power: 21	I've had my Z almost 3 yrs now. No issues from the battery. __________________ You want a motorcycle, but can't drive a manual? Please tell me you're joking...

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Mike The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 5,944 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 2187	Mine is 4 years and 2 months old right now. Sometimes I have to charge it before a track event if I haven't driven it in 2 or 3 months, but once charge, its holds the charge just fine. Started today with no problems after sitting two weeks. kenchan likes this. __________________ NISSAN: 75 280Z / 86 300ZX GLL /87 Sentra SE / 03 350Z / 23 Z Porsche: 93 968 / 23 Macan GTS / 93 968

08-28-2013, 01:31 PM	#11 (permalink)
MyKindaGuise A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 2,029 Drives: 11' 370z Sprt M6 Rep Power: 20	Mine just died this week....17k miles and 1.5years. My question is.... Buy stock battery for $112 at dealer or go to local Advance Auto and by this guy for $172 Buy Optima Batteries RedTop Starting Battery, Group Size 35, 720 CCA 35 at Advance Auto Parts __________________ \|445whp398tq\| \|BW S259 Turbo\|3" Downpipe\Exhaust\|ID1000\|AeroMotive\|Tial\|EcuTek\|BC BR\|S0-4\|MaffFab\| MKGs-Single-Turbo

08-29-2013, 04:44 PM	#13 (permalink)
1325 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 287 Drives: 10 370Z BLK 6M Rep Power: 16	65K+ since June 2010. Still cranking strong. kenchan likes this.

09-02-2013, 03:20 AM	#15 (permalink)
aesthetk1 Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Long Beach Posts: 20 Drives: 10 370 sport/tour m6 Rep Power: 16	Mine lasted almost exactly 3 years. 49k miles __________________ [FONT="Georgia"]2010 Tour/Sport/6MT/ Mag Blk/Psimn Int * Eibach spgs/EVO-r frnt lip/Side blades/Mine's CF rear lip/35%25%window tint/Eibach Rr Camber arms/Eibach Frnt cntrl Camber arms/Stillen Dual Exhaust system/Gen3 intake/ Sway bars F&R/ Ltwt Pulley/Alnm Flywheel/HFC/Shrt Shftr/WW19f20r Gnosis GS5

07-29-2013, 06:00 AM	#3 (permalink)
L33T Z34 Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Ahnald, MO Age: 47 Posts: 387 Drives: 09 K51 G C Bw/S 6MT Rep Power: 0	My '09 OEM battery lasted 4 years, 3 months. My Z build date is FEB 09. My Z has sat in a garage most of its life w/the battery disconnected. I replaced it w/an Interstate Mega-Tron + (MTP-35).

06-25-2013, 06:37 PM	#5 (permalink)
dennis26 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Alabama Posts: 314 Drives: 10 370z roadster Rep Power: 15	Have 2010 with 22,500 miles no problems so far.

08-01-2013, 09:52 PM	#6 (permalink)
tunafish Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Dayton Age: 38 Posts: 24 Drives: '13 Nissan 370z Tour Rep Power: 13	How can you tell this is compatible with a 2013 touring? Amazon.com: Battery Tender 021-0123 Battery Tender Junior 12V Battery Charger: Automotive

08-15-2013, 08:43 AM	#10 (permalink)
dennis26 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Alabama Posts: 314 Drives: 10 370z roadster Rep Power: 15	2010 just turned 24,000 miles no problems so far.

08-29-2013, 04:36 PM	#12 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	For those of you in hot climates, might want to check the water level more often. cause i think it's evaporating due to the excessive heat.

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