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Battery dead on 02 3.0Q, only 4.2 Battery available - Any harm using 4.2 battery?

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Old 08-19-2010, 05:15 AM
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Default Battery dead on 02 3.0Q, only 4.2 Battery available - Any harm using 4.2 battery?

Hey guys,

I have searched and found a thread posted a long time ago where someone was using a 4.2 battery in the 2.7T.
My battery died this morning, I called around and 3.0Q battery is not available anywhere (except dealership). Sams near me does have a 4.2 battery which is bigger in size and more cranking power.

My question is, If the bigger battery fits, is there harm is using a bigger more powerful battery?
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No, there's no harm in using a bigger battery, provided it fits the tray and the hold-down, and provided the vent hose is attached properly. Check an Interstate retail location to see if you can buy a "used" battery - they go for about $35. I've got them in 3 of my vehicles right now and you'd never know I spent 15% of retail on them.
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Could also be a defective battery. I would have it load tested to be sure.
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Dude this is an eight year old posting. I think he probably already figured it out.:-)
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Originally Posted by Harleyguy
Dude this is an eight year old posting. I think he probably already figured it out.:-)
I hope so.
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