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Old 02-11-2011, 03:56 PM
Bryce Bryce is offline
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Default New Battery

My kart did not have a battery when I bought it so I am looking for one. The engine manual recommends using a 12V-24AH or larger. The kart manual/parts list does not show the battery specifications so I am not sure what Manco recommends. The mounting location is quite small. I have checked Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club, and National Tire & Battery and no one has a 24AH battery in the size I need.

I know a little bit about batteries but not sure why the engine manual wants a 24AH battery. Most batteries that would fit on my kart only have a 3-6 AH rating. The motor has electric start and I am going to add a pair of 35 watt headlights (same wattage that came with the kart, according to the parts list).

Can someone explain why my engine wants a 24AH battery?

Manco Phantom Fox 720L model with 10HP Robin engine.

Thanks