Posted by LJD on April 27, 2012 at 15:07:48 from (75.213.222.173):
In Reply to: Re: 8 volt battery posted by John T on April 27, 2012 at 13:32:55:
Yes often used as a Band-Aid. But also used on machines when all iss perfect but difficult to start at below 0 F temps. Many tractors with 6 volt systems in perfect condition were/are near impossible to start at temps below 0 F. Using an 8 volt battery often gains a full 1 volt at cranking which makes a significant difference. In that case, NOT a Band-Aid. More of an added enhancement.
In today's world however - it's more cost effect to change to 12 volt instead. I also wonder now-adays how many people actually have to start a 6 volt tractor at below 0 F temps? I do, but I have electric block heaters. Even then - if my Case VAC-14 or Oliver HG won't start at below zero - I just stick in a 12 volt battery and they take right of. Once running, I stick the 6 volt battery back in. I don't use them very often when it's that cold though. In fact, I don't do much of anything outside anymore then it's 10-20 F below 0. If 8 volt batteries were price like 12 volt batteries I might have a few. Too pricey though.
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