aquariumbeginner32 Posted July 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 How long have you had it? 3-4 years between battery replacements isn't unusual, especially if you're the type to frequently drain the battery. He has had it since March 2001. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquariumbeginner32 Posted July 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 Do the headlights dim a little when it's idling? It could be the alternator (a little generator basically - it charges the battery and supplies current to the car) needs looking at. If it isn't putting out enough current, it shortens battery life a lot. Auto electricians are notoriously expensive though, sorry :evil: You name it it's probably been replaced. I know the alternator has been replaced. I think that was the problem the last time it broke down when hubby went to Mitre 10 and got stuck there :an!gry As for the headlights I wouldn't have a clue as I don't drive. Don't have a license. My hubby is the only one that could tell you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquariumbeginner32 Posted July 10, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 My 1992 honda integra thats done 285000k's needs so much done to it, its not even funny :lol: Yup there comes a time when enough is enough ya know. It's not worth spending $1-2K a year on a car that is only insured for $4700 and when we sell it we probably won't even get $1k for it.... it is 17 years old. :sage: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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