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alternative battery for GS450GA

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I think I need a new battery for the GS450GA. It uses a YB12, which is rare and expensive.

Its there an alternative? Dimensions(in):6.3 x 3.54 x 5.16

I am in the process of searching for others, but taking some time. Any suggestions welcomed.

Thanks.
 
Ive switched to gel batteries in recent years.....I order direct from the company....I think they were outta Delaware.....soon as i find a link will post.....
I was replacing wet cells yearly....went to the gel, and its been good now for 3 years....
 
WolfworksCustoms said:
Ive switched to gel batteries in recent years.....I order direct from the company....I think they were outta Delaware.....soon as i find a link will post.....
I was replacing wet cells yearly....went to the gel, and its been good now for 3 years....
Click to expand...
Thanks.
My also died in about one year.
Look forward to the link
 
OK, I looked at an AGM alternative (EXT12 or YTX12-BS) , which is slightly smaller in size than the original GS450GA battery. The AGM battery is not listed for the GS450GA, with some web sites stating it is not compatible and others stating it is compatible. But I think it should fit and the terminals are in the correct location, but there is a question about power and output. The AGM has lower amperage (10 AH v 13 AH) but higher CCA (180 v 165). My understanding is that AGM tends to store less energy, thus the lower amperage. I am tempted to go with the AGM because of the low maintenance from being sealed.

Does anyone have any advice before I pull the trigger?

Specifications of the YTX12-BS Battery

Voltage: 12 Volt

Amperage: 10 AH

Chemistry: SLA, AGM

Terminal: Nut & Bolt

Battery Dimensions: 5.90 in x 3.34 in x 5.11 in
CCA 180

Product Specifications for YB12B-B2 Dry Charge Battery: Acid Required

Specifications:

[TABLE="class: prod_specs"]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]BM Part #:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]YB12B-B2[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Voltage:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]12 Volt[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Capacity:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]13 Ah[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Type:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]Dry Charge[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Length:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]6.31"[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Width:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]3.56"[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Height:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]5.13"[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Cold Cranking Amps:
[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]165 CCA[/TD]
[/TR]
[TR]
[TH="class: x-large-one-third large-one-third half"]Shipping Weight:[/TH]
[TD="class: x-large-two-thirds large-two-thirds half"]7.10Lbs[/TD]
[/TR]
[/TABLE]





Weight: 8.15 Lbs
 
Denniskirk.com Good prices, good info, fast shipping. See one of my other posts about setting up the battery.
 
I remember now....it was a Deka battery out of southeastern Pennsyltucky (550cca). I got it direct. If ya go the Kirk or Superstore, or wherever, they tack on a bunch. Was only like 2 days shipping too, free shipping.
Go to the Deka website, and find your closest source. Im goin on winter #4 with mine now. Only put it on the tender when it gets below 20 deg F.


http://www.eastpennmanufacturing.com/applications/power-sports/
 
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