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Ok, my 370gt just arrived and of course the Battery is completely dead. Probably has been for some time now as the car is actually unlocked and now I dont know how to lock it again.

My question is, should I just fork out for a new battery or can I use this thing that I have lieing around to jump start it.

http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/online-store/products/Best-Buy-Jumpstart-600Amp.aspx?pid=213237#Description

Basically I am worried about it frying something ie. Computer and even if there is only a tiny chance of it doing so I would rather pay the money for a new battery.

I bought it for my old bike but havent used it for at least 1 year so I am charging it as I type. Mine isnt EXACTLY the same as the picture (mines red) but it IS the 600 Amp one, which I think may not be strong enough to kick the engine over anyway.

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That unit won't even close to turn over your car (well may turn it over, but is unlikely to start it).

Don't be cheap - you just bought a $40k car - buy a new Odyssey or similar sealed battery for it. Or even better spoil your Skyline and go AGM.

89CAL Grand Master

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Those things do work (assuming its decent)

I used one to jump start my old VL when it went flat

HOWEVER

they are good for one.... Maybe 2 attempts at starting only. They drain rediculously quick so if your cars been sitting for a while and needs to crank for a bit to sort itself out then it might not work

Have to agree with what 'Nightcrawler' but. May as well buy a new battery for it anyway, doubt the one in it now is going to be any good if its been sitting that long. But worth a try if you can jump start it and give it a charge it might still work.

Alkatraz Rising Star

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Thanks for the replys.

Basically confirms what I was thinking. Any other brand suggestions welcome.......Where in Perth sells good quality batteries, I have a feeling Supercheap etc only sell basic stuff.

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