I had decided to replace the battery today. I checked opening times for my Local halfords. 8 to 8pm no problem. I phoned to book an appointment, not necessary . I had a quick breakfast and left house at just a tad after 9 am. Approaching the car clunk a good sign as fob has unlocked for me. Climbed in belted up Turned the key ,NOTHING. ……..Oh well back home to the shed for my spare battery . Loaded onto my little trolley and back to car. After connecting jump leads the wrong way round and getting a large flash changed over the leads. Turning the key with great expectation. Nothing again. OMG turning the key again click click Nothing. Dashboard lights are on whats wrong???A last panic resort turn the key again and hey presto life in the old gal she fired into life.
Now its off to Halfords. Walking into the shop The guy said he could fit my battery in about 15 mins great. He asked me ,did I get a price when I phoned in earlier. I said no. So he checked on his computer and said I am sorry but we dont have your battery in stock. Your nearest is in Canterbury almost 20 miles away. So off I set for Canterbury But several miles later the road ahead was closed, meaning back tracking and a Large detour. Taking into consideration Mavis had to get back for a zoom meeting I decided to abandon the trip and just go home. After parking up I noted the voltage was up from 20% to 80% so at least the Alternator is pumping juice in. Thats a concern sorted.
So now Ive made a note that battery was reading 11.9v not fully charged, . I will check it tomorrow and over the weekend and if its still not holding a charge then its another go at Halfords in Canterbury on Monday. WTS