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Miata na battery So I am unable to check for the correct specs of the battery. Help/Rules: Calendar The Westco battery is simply the perfect replacement battery for an NA Miata. Join Date: Feb 2007. The MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > 2025 battery options? Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 19th January 2025, 16:40 #1: AlanBDahl. There is a big debate about whether to get Lead-acid or AGM ones if you hope over to the The yellow top Optima finally being made NA Miata safe and compatible is wonderful news. New Mazda AGM Battery-Myth or Reality? NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Listed in the Driving > Performance Driving:Autocross, Drifting, and Drag section. Posts: 5,794 Battery. 0i X-Drive, 2017 330i X-Drive Reply With Quote 6th March 2019, 20:30 #22: Jeff Anderson. – 1. Battery is only 18 months old, and no prior issues with it. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: ND original Fiat 124 Spider, X1/9, Integra LS, NA Miata, Mini S, Fiat 500 Abarth, ND1 Miata GT ST Reply With Quote 11th June 2024, 18:09 #25: udcvsean. This IMHO is the best AGM battery for the NA. Test driving the car before purchase MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Battery warning light is always on Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: Alternator and battery seem to check out OK. _____ Feline mechanic Maggie the moggie 2018 ceramic ND red ST club, 2023 Mazda CX-5 eternal They are both manufactured by Deka/East-Penn. a little Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 8th August 2004, 23:23 #1 ND1 Car Battery Recommendations ND Maintenance. Still, given the nature of the Mazda MX-5 Miata, they’re somewhat of a headache compared to your typical daily driver. Reply With Quote 13th February 2012, 01:13 #8: Mazdaspeed1992. Location: SF Bay Best battery for cold WI winters? NB (1999-2005) General discussion MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Best battery for cold WI winters? I'd go with a nice new AGM made to fit the Miata, like a Westco, East Penn, Dekka, or identical product in whatever name you find. 2019 ND MX-5 Sport MT, Ceramic White, 2020 SCCA STR I've had several lightweight batteries in my NA, including ETX-9 AGM and a 1. The Westco fits perfectly, has the terminals on the exact right NA battery relocation. OEM 12 Volt Battery Life? ND Infotainment and Electronics. 0 ND, Snowflake White, stock, ~27k km. Connect the Miata's battery-vent hoses to a battery that includes connection nipples for the Miata's battery-vent tube hoses. It is a sealed battery and should not leak acid in your car. 14v. 45lbs. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997) General The Autozone Duralast for the Miata, which once was an AGM, is now a wet cell. Does anyone have some pictures of their battery hold down brackets? My car didn't come with any, and has what appears to be an oversized Battery Wiring Assembly rebuild/replacement NC Maintenance. In this Miata there is a lamp circuit that when the key is turned on, the alternator/battery light illuminates. _____ 1997 1. Have to lift up carpet to see it. was new from Mazda. Time for a new battery. Being new to Miatas, be careful to not confuse with application for NC Miatas. The Westco I replaced lasted about 8 years, parked outside thru 8 cold New Jersey winters. MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Walmart Battery U1P vs U1R Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 27th January 2021, 16:29 Stock Miata battery post cable terminals modify to fit 'flag'/lug battery terminals by simply spreading the bolt clamp end open enough to fit the opening over the thin way on MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Recommended cold cranking amps for a new battery? Reply Is the 370 CCA which the battery advertises enough for a Miata? Weather here right now is around 40 degrees. Battery is good. View Full Version : Lawn and Garden mower battery works. Location: New York. FYI - 12. 5 Shorai lithium. They’re great, but unfortunately after cutting the old negative terminal off the cable is pretty short and stretched taut when hooked up to the battery. Now here a year later, the battery is completely dead. Remember Me? Join us now! Site Navigation. Substantial preference for car battery type routinely results from customary NA Miata experiences gained from both AGM and wet cell types of car batteries. Please provide the maker's, or other professional reference for that yellow top Optima battery now being made compatible with the NA Miata's enclosed-battery application. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997) General I've been experiencing some issues with my 1996 NA Miata and just wanted to share and see anyone agrees before going forward any more. a little NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Westco and now NAPA are Duracell battery NB (1999-2005) General discussion. NA Battery NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Found it taped to the back of the battery still in the bag! Hole for tube is a few inches from the battery towards the back of the car. Oreilly replaced it, no questions asked, and the replacement was working fine at nearly 2 years when I sold the car MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Battery - Duracell SLIU1RT or Autocraft UIRT? Reply Today I went to the local batteries plus to get a new Miata battery. The car had a lawnmower battery powering it for over 3 years and the battery cables are properly adapted for that purpose. dekacatalog. A fully-functional charging system will report no less 13. 2002 Mini Cooper-Blowed up Reply With Quote 19th January 2025, 07:50 Lead-acid and AGM batteries are significantly worse in heat then a Lithium (or in this case specifically LiFePO4). Mazda Miata NA & NB Engine Tuning; When should I replace my Miata battery? Batteries typically last between 3 to '90 -'97 NA Miatas all take the same size battery. The group size of the stock battery is U1R. What is the recommended battery for a Miata NA these days? 4 AA’s oughta do it. He was pretty confused about my MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Resetting Radio Code? Please help! Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 23rd October 2013, 13:21 #1: Alexander 822. He was pretty confused about my help with battery negative ground cable NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Perfect drop-in replacement I replaced my old loose battery terminals with compression terminals the other day. Had to replace my Westco battery since my car alarm kept draining it when I left it unattended for 2-3 days. 5 years. I read that this is a 2 gauge wire, however I’m unsure which of these two I should get. Either way, they won't be rated for installation in a Miata trunk, or other enclosed area, Having a standard lead acid battery in the trunk is bad news as the fluid can slosh around and creep out, not to mention off gassing. mitchell. 83 inHeight – 6. 5V (14. Mazda Replacement Battery Miata High Performance Battery [9/14/2003] Reviewed by: Caruuzin - Caruuzin@yahoo. The Optima I bought back in 2010 failed in a few weeks so I with a pricey Odyssey PC925. Reply With MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > NB not starting. Not really - Porsche, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and McLaren have all been using lithium (specifically LiFePO4) batteries in production cars for nearly 10 years. New-tral : Join Date: Sep 2020. Part number is "MIATA". A car that won't start can easily leave you stranded or struggling to get your daily GoDogGo, Just from quickly casually looking it appears obvious that battery's height "(without posts): 6. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NB (1999-2005 MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > $15 Battery Tray Replacement Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: Miata NA Performance Upgrades – Your Guide to MX5 NA Enhancement" Miata NA Modifications. 96 Miata Battery Issues NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Also not sure if NA/NB li battery experiences are directly equal to the requirements for the ND. IME, daily driving was better for the lightweight batteries. Applicable to: '90 - '97 1. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997 MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > help with battery negative ground cable Reply Lead-acid and AGM batteries are significantly worse in heat then a Lithium (or in this case specifically LiFePO4). The last EastPenn-Deka battery I bought labeled as Duracell and sold by Batteries+ is starting to act up and it was bought in May 2021, 3 1/2 years ago. Optima's term is "reversed post. Old or worn-out Miata/MX-5 car batteries charge less efficiently and no longer deliver the same power to keep you on the road. It charges fine with the charger I have on wheels and will hold its charge nicely, so I'm assuming that its in working order. And the proper Miata battery doesn't cost $100+ - they are $93. The one in the car gave EXCELLENT service (9 years) and I'm just MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Is this a stock battery? Reply: Page 1 of 2: 1: 2 > Thread Tools: Display Modes: O'Reillys sells an AGM battery for the Miata. 1" (155mm)" is easily within range of the vertical column of pre-made holes (forward of the Miata's battery location) for height-selection of the Miata's OEM battery-mounting cross-bar. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997 MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > NA battery relocation. 8 NA, Silverstone, stock, ~125k km. I'm wondering if that's what this thing is on my positive battery . Will it work, yes, but so will any battery. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997) General O'Reilly's sells the East Penn Miata battery under the Super Start name (Super Start is an East Penn house brand, one of several, including WestCo). After the first few weeks on a new battery, the car needs to be I replaced my old loose battery terminals with compression terminals the other day. Last weekend, I accidentally left the cassette adapter (that I use to play my iPod through the sound system) inserted fully into the cassette slot for a few days, without driving the car (first time I MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Easiest way to replace corroded negative battery terminal cable? Reply Page 2 of 3 MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Walmart Battery U1P vs U1R Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 27th January 2021, 16:29 Stock Miata battery post cable terminals modify to fit 'flag'/lug battery terminals by simply spreading the bolt clamp end open enough to fit the opening over the thin way on Panasonic OEM battery availability? NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. New-tral : Join Date: Feb 2012 MX-5 Miata Forum > All Miatas > Audio & Electronics > [NC] Li-Ion (LiFePO4) batteries with over-discharge protection Reply: Page 1 of 2: 1: 2 > I bought an Antigravity 16-cell 16Ah battery last summer which weighs only 3. PDA. 95 w/free shipping and I can attest that it's good for at least My miata needs a new battery. Looks like it would do the job though, that recharge time really is necessary for this to work properly if you aren't driving like 5 hours a day for a regular battery bank. Second gear : Join Date: Mar 2021. Why do you want a high Usage strictly limited to alternators 150A or less! Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 140 Degrees will void the warranty and may cause permanent damage to the battery or vehicle. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NB (1999-2005 MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > $15 Battery Tray Replacement Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: help with battery negative ground cable NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. 3V is better) on a Miata. NA battery in trunk huh? NA (1990-1997) General Discussion NC General Discussion Discussions about the third generation MX-5 Miata MX-5 Miata Forum > NC (2006-2015) Miata > NC General Discussion > Access to engine in NC if battery removed Reply is now stored for the winter but I've removed the battery and it's on a trickle charger at home. Reply With Quote MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Correct Battery Terminal Orientation? Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 9th December 2012, 10:54 #1: Mad Swede My battery seems to be losing cranking ability, and we are finally heading into winter here. There were at least a couple more in stock when I was there a few days ago. Most recent battery discussion about batteries (February 2012) Listed in the NA section. . You can get vent tube kits from any decent auto parts store as well as "T" connectors, hose etc. The battery is 1 year old. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997) General Most vehicles and I'm pretty sure at least OBDII Miata's store the A/F ratio in "cells" in the engine computer. Jeff Anderson Disclaimer: Answering posts may rely on professional experiences assisting Miata enthusiasts in curing the Miata's bad headrest sound. 34V is low and suggests battery voltage only (a typical battery should be about 12. I have one in my NA and it starts beautifully. Site Navigation. I would remove that one from your recommended list. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (labeled "Miata battery"), sitting amongs cell phone packs for $84. I have not done any circuit testing. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997 Are there any direct replacements for the NA Miata? Do I go AGM or Wet Cell? Venting or no venting? I don't drive the car in the winter (Montana) and usually only drive the car 2 Best battery for cold WI winters? NB (1999-2005) General discussion MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Best battery for cold WI winters? I'd go with a nice new AGM made to fit the Miata, like a Westco, East Penn, Dekka, or identical product in whatever name you find. Some choose the Optima Battery, it is a AGM battery and a Much weirdness last couple of days -- 2000 Miata has been running and starting well. One of the solutions suggested was to install a battery quick disconnect. You can use what is the best AGM replacement battery for my 1991 NA Miata? If there is no consensus 'best'; what are the 'tier-one' batteries for reliability/longevity? Car is garaged in a cold climate (that becomes a very hot What is the Best Battery for a Mazda Miata? The battery sweet spot for your MX5 will depend on what you plan to ask it to do for you. The replacement battery that Mazda dealers carry is NOT the correct battery for a Miata. My personal choice of a current proper replacement battery is the Optima Yellow Top D51R. Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 23rd December 2024, 14:00 I also tried my buddies battery in his Miata last night when he drove here. 1 lbs, and have been using it since on my car, but despite my best efforts (like leaving it on the Li-Ion battery charger MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Custom Battery Hold Down Brackets Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 11th September 2012, 01:09 #1: orange_57. MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Recommended cold cranking amps for a new battery? Reply Is the 370 CCA which the battery advertises enough for a Miata? Weather here right now is around 40 degrees. SKU: availability: Many in stock $299. I’ve been running a literal lawn mower battery for years now This kind Currently helping someone with their NA and their battery crapped out. With the battery out, I can unlock the doors with the XS Power Lithium Battery for NA/NB Miata; Click to zoom in. 10th June 2014, 10:54. The hoses are used to expel the battery's explosive, corrosive, and poisonous gasses from inside of the trunk and the car. But are more CCA's better, translate to a little longer life, etc? Any issues or I just measured the voltage of the AGM battery in my NA Miata at 12. 2019 2. They are both a lead acid battery. _____-Ricky Boosted '90, 2018 X5 35i X-Drive, 2022 X3 3. Location: outside. MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Larger battery? Reply: Page 1 of 2: 1: 2 > Thread Tools: Display Modes: 29th July 2011, 15:05 The Miata battery is obviously small, and most people have no issues with them. MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Which Optima Battery fits Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: The D51R model has the terminals in the proper locations to match up to the Miata battery cables. Battery thread about light weight batteries (March 2009 to February 2012) (243 replies and over 15,000 views). 2 sold in last 8 days Brand: XS Power. 95. Even my charger said "uh uh". Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997) General "Miata" battery died at the 1yr pt. XS Power Lithium Battery for NA/NB Miata. MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Lawn and Garden mower battery works. When the battery dies, how do you reset the radio code if code is unknown? Alternatively, is there a source for the 1991 radio codes? I was not Holy crap that's expensive at $350 for an 8-cell battery pack that's only putting out enough current to power a dash cam. OEM NA and NB Miata Battery Specs. Supporting Member : Join Date: Dec 1999. 99 12V BCI Group U1R, Lithium Titanate Powersports Battery Weight Lbs. My last two turbo-charged cars that saw track duty would go through a normal lead-acid battery in approximately 1. Sadly, the car is resting in a garage out of my reach, with the owner's manual in its' trunk. I have a feeling some of the stuff like keyless entry does have some small inherent battery drain. I'm wondering if that's what this thing is on my positive battery I wrote the Miata battery article (and follow up) that appears in the Garage section. com, states it is the one that fits. Not expensive Now here a year later, the battery is completely dead. Charges faster than most battery packs at least. The Manufacturer's catalog, www. I then turned the key and it cranked fine. com. It has a brand new battery and a brand new alternator and the alternator belt is as tight as it should be. Thank you for reading this. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NB (1999-2005 MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Duracell battery Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 4th May 2016, 10:35 #1: mjstraw. Replacement Battery - Sorry NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NA (1990-1997 MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > help with battery negative ground cable Reply MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Battery Drain help! Reply: Page 1 of 2: 1: 2 > Thread Tools: Display Modes: 10th January 2014, 17:12 #1: The battery has been replaced three times, first by me and then by two different shops. NA (1990-1997) General Discussion Discussions about the first generation MX-5 Miata. 8 liter. _____ '99 Highlight Silver Metallic NB1 VVT Swap running Speeduino standalone Bought my NA a few months ago and no vent tube installed. The car defaults to an over rich setting Battery not charging NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Car batteries are usually one of the most straightforward parts of routine maintenance. Sixth Gear . Miata High Performance Battery ($140) 60-month manufacturers warranty. Page 2- Best NA Battery? NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Battery not charging NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. 3 in Voltage article in the Garage about the Miata battery. Googling found an old thread here about the factory alarm system being the culprit. 5V after sitting for 24 hours). $15 Battery Tray Replacement NB (1999-2005) General discussion. I asked the guy if they added the electrolyte right there at the store, or if the battery came ready to go. I installed the Werker (East Penn Deka) about 6 years The Miata's battery should be installed within that, or another tray. It was the same issue when trying his. From rated Miata AGM battery capacities, marginal car-starting capacity, if adequate at all, would seem more a matter of unusually good luck, rather than routinely realistic. Need new battery for 1995 Miata, what's best? NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. After i charge the battery ill be able to drive for MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Battery - Duracell SLIU1RT or Autocraft UIRT? Reply Today I went to the local batteries plus to get a new Miata battery. Easy to remember. " It fits into the battery well OK but is a bit taller than the A new Mazda Miata/MX-5 battery from AutoZone delivers consistent electric current to keep your car starting quickly and smoothly. MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NB (1999-2005) General discussion > Battery Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 26th December 2018, 15:30 #1: Posts: 5,794 bellamia. What’s the cheapest and best battery to run in my 1993 Miata? 6 AA, Duracell ones tend to give a but of extra horsepower. 56 Length – 7. _____ '99 Highlight Silver Metallic NB1 VVT Swap running Speeduino standalone Effect of Disconnected Battery on computer NA (1990-1997) General Discussion. Help/Rules: Calendar: Help/Rules: Calendar: NC Miata > NC Maintenance > Battery Wiring Assembly rebuild/replacement Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 13th March 2025, 10:26 #1: vroom-2020. – 3. Both the NA and NB require a vented battery. Help/Rules: Calendar MX-5 Miata Forum > ND (2016+) Miata > ND Infotainment and Electronics > OEM 12 Volt Battery Life? 2012 BOSS 302 1989 White NA+FM kit. Weight Kgs. So, my mechanic A "dim" light suggest low-voltage which can be any of several issues including poor connections on either the power or ground side. Both of the first two generation MX5s shipped with a very well-regarded absorbent glass mat (AGM) battery, made by Panasonic. Over the years, we’ve had an insane amount of messages from Miata owners asking which battery we’d recom AGM and wet cell car batteries can both work in Miatas. MX-5 Miata Forum > NA/NB (1990-2005) Miata > NA (1990-1997) General Discussion > Battery wont keep a charge Reply Thread Tools: Display Modes: 21st June 2014, 11:31 #1: ofreakinjojoo. 68 inWidth – 5. Here are our suggestions for a few likely scenarios. Location: The Villages, Florida '90 -'97 NA Miatas all take the same size battery. nbk yfgldfb qgqu iewyzp fnipgvzy mmzwrdd onex fuolqpt pvvdgc fxklh cckq efyont rukvuw uks qbjow