TaG Battery reccomendations

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- June 9, 2016 at 11:16 am #67055
  
  Craig Drabik
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  I bought one of these cheapies probably three seasons ago, and it’s still going strong. It probably doesn’t last as long on a charge, but I usually get a day at the track out of it.
  
  http://www.batterysharks.com/Power-Patrol-SLA1075-p/sla1075_b12-7.htm
- June 9, 2016 at 12:49 pm #67057
  
  Dan Brown
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  I bought 3 cheapies off Ebay over the winter. They just dont seem to last very long at the track, 5 or 6 starts is all they are good for. I was wondering if the more expensive ones last longer. I guess for the price I could have half a dozen of these charged in the trailer and just swap them after a few starts.
- June 14, 2016 at 1:53 pm #67228
  
  Jim Derrig
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  If class rules allow it, use a Lithium Ion battery off of e-bay. Weights about 1 pound and seems to last as long and start as well as a standard bat. Cost about $80. Recharges ultra fast. Should last forever. Been using one for 2 years on an X-125t with no issues.
- June 16, 2016 at 8:42 am #67334
  
  tony zambos
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  I never had much luck with the cheep batteries. They are fine as a backup battery in an emergency exit sign but not built for the abuse of a race track. Took most back to the store the first day after they were used at as track. Purchase batteries designed to run TAG. Recommend the 9ah over the 7.2.
  
  A +1 to Jim’s suggestion to go with the Lithium
- June 20, 2016 at 8:08 am #67497
  
  Tim Koyen
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  I’ve run the Power Patrol 9ah (Interstate Brand) on a Leopard for 1/2 a season. I thought it did fine. Its true that they aren’t designed for the abuse of a kart, but they’re cheap enough at my dealer cost that I didn’t mind. Batteries that are designed for ATVs or Motorcycles will last longer, for sure.
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