Braille batteries... ???

[boogetyboogety]

Just found a link to Braille batteries, apparently a brand of high-performance, lightweight auto batteries. I'm not in the market right now for the Insight, but it sounds intriguing for future reference, or perhaps for some of my other rides...

http://www.usrallyteam.com/index.php?ma ... Path=14_37

Anyone have any knowledge of, or experience with, these?

[atlaw4u]

The Odyssey PC545 dry cell is another good choice and is cheaper than the Braille battery. I installed the Odyssey PC545 about 6 months ago and have not had any problems. The previous battery was a non OEM battery installed by a previous owner that weighed 25 lbs. The PC545 weighs in at just 12 lbs. An instant weight savings of 13 lbs.

I've linked some pictures showing the difference.

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd91 ... G_0658.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd91 ... G_0659.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd91 ... G_0661.jpg

[boogetyboogety]

Thanks! I've got the Odyssey in my Insight right now, so I'm very aware of them... as a matter of fact, I heard about them here on IC. I've just never heard of the Braille, but it sounds intriguing... and offers another choice for others.

[originalbadbob]

Braille batteries? Does that mean they can be installed by visually impaired drivers? Sorry, but I couldn't resist.

I've had my PC545 for 2-1/2 yrs now, and the only problem I've had was when I had surgery and was not allowed to drive for over a month, the battery got too low to start it without a jump.