Hi to all,

On my fathers 99 S80 with 2.4 petrol engine I need to replace the battery.

Since he uses the car rarely, I am wondering if I can install a bigger batter for example 80Ah with 750A. The factory one is 70Ah with 640A.

Has anyone done this before?

Thanks

Very well done man, I did not think there was anyone else as meticulous with their car as I am,I do the exact same procedures when detailing my cars.Getting my wife's C70 Convertible done now. Where did you get the seat foam and who done the seat repair work for the leather? Thanks for sharing,from...

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Very well done man, I did not think there was anyone else as meticulous with their car as I am,I do the exact same procedures when detailing my cars.Getting my wife's C70 Convertible done now. Where did you get the seat foam and who done the seat repair work for the leather? Thanks for sharing,from...

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