Installed Odyssey PC680T lightweight battery
08-31-08, 02:25 PM
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08-31-08, 03:46 PM
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what is the exact model number... and will it actually last? or is this something you consintly have to buy...?? cause i already took my spare out and jack.. and random stuff.. and it weighed about 45 pounds...
08-31-08, 04:09 PM
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Oh the battery is a Odyssey PC680
12-11-08, 06:29 AM
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I said I was only going to be using this battery until December, but I have liked it so much that it's staying in the car all year. The battery worked well all through the summer months and has shown no signs of issues with the cold.
Anyway, just an update here from the guinea pig.
Anyway, just an update here from the guinea pig.
12-11-08, 08:34 AM
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Well any true drag junkie or performance addict would appreciate the mod and I just so happen to be one of those junkies. I truly enjoy racing in all it's forms and as we all know weight is thy enemy. Reduced weight results in quicker acceleration, better braking, improved handling, etc. I can tell you for every 30lbs dropped in the IS350 was worth about a 1/10th in the quarter and may be similar in the IS-F. I don't plan however on running the battery in my car all year, but just for a few months from now until December when the racing season is over.
FWIW I ran this battery in my IS350 over the summer with zero issues and I don't foresee any issues in the IS-F either. As the Guinea pig for this setup, I'll keep you all posted.
FWIW I ran this battery in my IS350 over the summer with zero issues and I don't foresee any issues in the IS-F either. As the Guinea pig for this setup, I'll keep you all posted.
12-11-08, 09:16 AM
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My first mod! 
I am using the same lightweight battery in the IS-F that I used on my IS350. Everything is the exact same between the cars so it was an easy swap. (2 minutes) Here is the link to my original installation with details on how it was installed. CLICK HERE
Weight specifications:
OEM battery - 42.5 lbs
OEM Hold down hardware - .5 (approx)
Odyssey battery - 16 lbs (including the black aluminum hold down box)
Mounting bracket- 7.7 oz or .48 lbs
Approximate weight savings is 26.5lbs
I am using the same lightweight battery in the IS-F that I used on my IS350. Everything is the exact same between the cars so it was an easy swap. (2 minutes) Here is the link to my original installation with details on how it was installed. CLICK HEREWeight specifications:
OEM battery - 42.5 lbs
OEM Hold down hardware - .5 (approx)
Odyssey battery - 16 lbs (including the black aluminum hold down box)
Mounting bracket- 7.7 oz or .48 lbs
Approximate weight savings is 26.5lbs
every little bit helps and its your car so good job!
i do little things and putting in wrench time builds more love for your ride!
12-11-08, 01:15 PM
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Well any true drag junkie or performance addict would appreciate the mod and I just so happen to be one of those junkies. I truly enjoy racing in all it's forms and as we all know weight is thy enemy. Reduced weight results in quicker acceleration, better braking, improved handling, etc. I can tell you for every 30lbs dropped in the IS350 was worth about a 1/10th in the quarter and may be similar in the IS-F. I don't plan however on running the battery in my car all year, but just for a few months from now until December when the racing season is over.
FWIW I ran this battery in my IS350 over the summer with zero issues and I don't foresee any issues in the IS-F either. As the Guinea pig for this setup, I'll keep you all posted.
FWIW I ran this battery in my IS350 over the summer with zero issues and I don't foresee any issues in the IS-F either. As the Guinea pig for this setup, I'll keep you all posted.
How did you re-initialize you windows?
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12-11-08, 04:56 PM
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Odyssey batteries are friggin awesome. They WILL BE my next battery. I'm able to get them at wholesales so there is no reason not to go with them. I dont leave my stereo on with the car off so it doesn't bother me. And if the car is running off the battery, then something is wrong with your electrical system
12-11-08, 06:58 PM
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Honestly, this is not going to make any difference except that the lighter battery might cause you some unanticipated problems...
But if you were to race another isf you would have a chance, provided that he does not have an empty tank and you a full one, or that his driver is not skinny and lean...
But if you were to race another isf you would have a chance, provided that he does not have an empty tank and you a full one, or that his driver is not skinny and lean...
If I am not mistaken a full tank of 16 gal weighs 96 pounds, so yes if you love drag racing you should always run close to empty.
Seriously though, I would seek more dramatic solutions such as a carbon fiber hood , rear plastic windows , no rear seat, and no nav/ML (speakers are heavy), obviously no spare, etc.
I think your light battery is fine if you use your car everyday but may not last as long if you keep car in your garage for a week or two. Did you try that?
Seriously though, I would seek more dramatic solutions such as a carbon fiber hood , rear plastic windows , no rear seat, and no nav/ML (speakers are heavy), obviously no spare, etc.
I think your light battery is fine if you use your car everyday but may not last as long if you keep car in your garage for a week or two. Did you try that?
Yeah and while we are comparing the fact that the other guy "MAY" have been running an empty tank, he also "MAY" be running a carbon fibre hood, running 5lbs a peice rims with new N.A.S.A. technology rubber that weighs one tenth of normal rubber, light weight doors and a titanium exhaust.
Is getting weight savings no matter how little they may be the ultimate aim of this excecise while still having a really confortable car that you can use a daily driver? Or am I missing something here?
On foups adivise ,Caymandive, my advise to you is that you should rip the whole interior out complete with nav/ speakers, door trims, roof lining and put in a single carbon race seat with harness. Don't forget to mod the fuel tank and reduce its capacity to about 5 gallons b/c that could cut you some weight too.
I hope sarcasm works ok with everyone?Nice mod BTW, I did this is a drag nissan I had many years back and never had problems with battery drainage and I used it as a daily driver.