9 replies to this topic

[Alberto]

Battery is dead.  The alternator was not charging and looks like it killed the battery.  I understand the Miata uses a special battery.  Do I have to special order this or can I source it from one of the local generic auto parts stores?

 

 

Do Optimas drop in or are modifications required?

 

 

Thanks.

[Ron Alan]

I got mine at SAMs...had to order...but it was $75(interstate)and the correct size and amperage!

[Alberto]

bolts right in?

[RazerX]

Got mine at Napa.  They had it in stock, exactly the same dimensions.  

[William Bonsell]

Just got one from Napa which was 4 Lbs lighter than one being offered at Autozone. I think I paid about $120. The local Mazda dealership wanted $180 for a oem which is made by Interstate.

[Ron Alan]

bolts right in?

Yep

[Bench Racer]

Glass matt battery at Car Quest $90.00, direct bolt in.

 

 

One has to love the word "similar" used for the battery weight rule.

[Sphinx]

Autozone sells one (direct bolt-on) - I have it in my car.  Haven't checked AAP.  Either way, go to my page, grab a coupon and save some $$ (I have them for both stores on the AAP page).

[Alberto]

Thanks.  For some reason I thought these were special batteries.

[ner88]

I have used $30. lawn tractor batteries from Wal-Mart in several cars with no problems.