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Yesterday I installed a new battery in the '37 Master coupe. Boy does it start quickly now!

I had noticed this season that it seemed to crank a little longer but always started. I was thinking there was fuel problem. Until Friday when I was going to the post office! It just cranked over twice and died.

That battery did not owe me anything. I bought it from NAPA in May 2013 for $112. To be truthful I never expected it to go this long.

Saturday evening I bought a BC1 battery from Farm and Fleet for $65. We'll see how long it lasts.

My battery just gave up ! Upon looking at the stamped date code on it I was shocked. It read D4. That's April of 2014!!!! Brand name is Dubois sold locally. Needless to say I called them today & ordered a replacement. We will see if the new one will last 8 years. Bet not!

Dick