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I have a tar top battery in my HK MUnro. Was rebuilt back in the end of the eighties. Has been kept fully charged and had regular acid changes so it has lasted well. It is just starting to get lazy. Looks like this could be it's last winter... so I need to find someone who can rebuild it. Is there anyone out there who can recommend a reconditioner?
Any info would be appreciated.
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Nick Yamba.
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When you find someone Nick I have a Globe tar top from my old '57 Chev. Not sure how old it is but it was working well into the late 90's. |
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When you find someone Nick I have a Globe tar top from my old '57 Chev. Not sure how old it is but it was working well into the late 90's.
i know an old dude down my way that used to do em. he did a couple for me just b4 warwick nationals. will chase him up & find out if he still doin em regards DD 0412109239 www.bellarineclassicautos.com.au
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gday nick place in melbourne recon them 660 smith st clifton hill (ariel batteries} |
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I believe it's actually Fitzroy, he's business is over the road from my work if I can help you at all
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I believe it's actually Fitzroy, he's business is over the road from my work if I can help you at all
On the border of Fitzroy, but it is actually Clifton Hill. |
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anyone know what type of $$ Id be looking at to reco a embosed GMH tar top??
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Got one done 6 months ago (6 volt)= $110.00 al.
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Hi all.
I called the last owner of my car today. He put me on to Pope batteries in Blacktown. Russell Pope took over the business after his Father passed a few years ago.I spoke with Russell at length. This business has been running for 57 years and Russell has been involved since he was a kid. Has good knowledge of what should be what when it comes to Holden/Ford/Chrysler too. Parts are getting hard for these batteries but he told me he will always look at a battery to repair. Rarely has them for sale outright and is always looking for old cases (not much use to anyone else). Scrappies have taken most out of the system just like cars.
Concorus correct batteries are now pretty much a thing of the past in Australia and I feel that the powers that be (when it comes to judging these cars)have to start acknowledging such reality. But I guess rules is rules...
A battery is a large item in an engine bay which is very noticeable.
There is absolutely no economy of scale in retooling for brand/model specific concours correct batteries so that is never going to happen.
Cheers Nick.
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Hi all.
I called the last owner of my car today. He put me on to Pope batteries in Blacktown. Russell Pope took over the business after his Father passed a few years ago.I spoke with Russell at length. This business has been running for 57 years and Russell has been involved since he was a kid. Has good knowledge of what should be what when it comes to Holden/Ford/Chrysler too. Parts are getting hard for these batteries but he told me he will always look at a battery to repair. Rarely has them for sale outright and is always looking for old cases (not much use to anyone else). Scrappies have taken most out of the system just like cars.
Concorus correct batteries are now pretty much a thing of the past in Australia and I feel that the powers that be (when it comes to judging these cars)have to start acknowledging such reality. But I guess rules is rules...
A battery is a large item in an engine bay which is very noticeable.
There is absolutely no economy of scale in retooling for brand/model specific concours correct batteries so that is never going to happen.
Cheers Nick.
i still have an original one for sale & a late 80s remake also. juss make sure ya sittn down if ya wanna know my price!! regards DD 0412109239 www.bellarineclassicautos.com.au
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So which era/model was the last to get the tar top/rubber cased batteries?
I know of people fitting them to HQs but they were definately a thing of the past by the time HQ was released.
I would guess at mid 60s....... |
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Originally posted by Silverfox
Hi all.
I called the last owner of my car today. He put me on to Pope batteries in Blacktown. Russell Pope took over the business after his Father passed a few years ago.I spoke with Russell at length. This business has been running for 57 years and Russell has been involved since he was a kid. Has good knowledge of what should be what when it comes to Holden/Ford/Chrysler too. Parts are getting hard for these batteries but he told me he will always look at a battery to repair. Rarely has them for sale outright and is always looking for old cases (not much use to anyone else). Scrappies have taken most out of the system just like cars.
Concorus correct batteries are now pretty much a thing of the past in Australia and I feel that the powers that be (when it comes to judging these cars)have to start acknowledging such reality. But I guess rules is rules...
A battery is a large item in an engine bay which is very noticeable.
There is absolutely no economy of scale in retooling for brand/model specific concours correct batteries so that is never going to happen.
Cheers Nick.
i still have an original one for sale & a late 80s remake also. juss make sure ya sittn down if ya wanna know my price!!
regards DD 0412109239
www.bellarineclassicautos.com.au
just make sure ya dont get suct in to buyn one with opposite terminals (ie to suit ford) like th one sold on ebay as HT holden for $1100bux in late 2010
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Hi All
Thanks to those who helped with info. I think its important to keep info like this out there.
Looks like we now have a couple of sources for these battery repairs in several cities...So far none in Brisbane. Anyone?
For your info. Russell did not quote me a price to bring my battery back to life but the general budget was reasonable.
I will ask Russell what he can remember about whether he saw tar tops in HQs from new. He would probably know.
Dave...that battery has lead in it...not gold! HaHa.
By the way Dave are you going to the Sydney all Holden Day in August?
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G'Day onto Pope batteries 66 Tattersall Rd, Kings Park NSW 2148, Australia (02) 9622 3223
He rebuilt my tar top battery for the HG. He even added extra plates |
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Hi All
Thanks to those who helped with info. I think its important to keep info like this out there.
Looks like we now have a couple of sources for these battery repairs in several cities...So far none in Brisbane. Anyone?
For your info. Russell did not quote me a price to bring my battery back to life but the general budget was reasonable.
I will ask Russell what he can remember about whether he saw tar tops in HQs from new. He would probably know.
Dave...that battery has lead in it...not gold! HaHa.
By the way Dave are you going to the Sydney all Holden Day in August?
Cheers
Nick
for sure nick. will catch up ther mate regards DD www.bellarineclassicautos.com.au
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Hi All.
Regarding Pope batteries. The date stamp on mine is March 1993 and was rebuilt by Pope according to the previous owner.
Outstanding lifespan considering it is still working.
This is not the oldest battery Russell Pope has seen by a long shot. He told me he re did one which was something like 40 years old.
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How much are the complete battery worth 2nd hand? What about the case?
Several years ago, I saw on ebay that empty cases go for big dollars on ebay. Is that still the case (pardon the pun) now?
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there is one on ebay at this moment |
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Nat, Could you please add link to post? looked but could not find.
Thanks. Cheers. NIck.
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