how long are you looking at Phil ? a year ? more ?

i mean, if it lasts from now until Nov when it gets put away again, i can live with that.

Forgot to mention,your local Hein Gericke store does suitable batteries for around £30.I fitted one to my 916 and it was still going strong 18 months later.:)

oooooh that's only 3/4 of a mile walk from my place... thanks mate.

Got a few options now anyway at least so we're off to a decent start to the year :)

cheers all.

Non of you boys have a pal in the motor trade, someone with a trade account at your local motor factor? (usually no hassle warranty) Exide manufacture a tidy 12 volt 16 amp battery #EB16AL-A2, turns my 888 over with mucho-gusto and was only twenty five quid!