My Car Has Decided To Have a Rest.

planenut · 27th July 2018, 20:32

Having had a full day at Thorpe Park yesterday, arrived back at my car where I park down in Chertsey at 2230. The remote failed to unlock and on opening with the key, I noticed the tiny little twin red lights on the dash flickering, thought .....several thoughts.....as I was to be up at 0445 to go to work. Turned the ignition on a few times with the headlights lighting up on a low light each time and no joy with starting, nothing at all.

Big decision but had to walk home as I had not got time to sort it, and hoped to be able to go to work by cycle, getting home at 2355.

Luckily no commitments this weekend, so will go on the bus in the morning to have a go, then to get recovery if she doesn't play, somewhat annoying.

Had used it for several long runs early in the week, and the journey to where I parked it is about six miles, so should not have discharged.

suzublu · 27th July 2018, 20:34

Flat battery Fred

planenut · 27th July 2018, 20:40

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Originally Posted by suzublu

Flat battery Fred

Thanks, that will be my first check, and as I don't have anybody I can call on, it will be the "breakdown" company.

stevestrat · 27th July 2018, 20:41

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Originally Posted by suzublu

Flat battery Fred

How old is the battery? When they go they can go very quickly.

trikey · 27th July 2018, 20:44

Do not buy a battery from the breakdown company! They charge about 30% more than a shop!

Rev Jules · 27th July 2018, 20:45

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Originally Posted by planenut

Thanks, that will be my first check, and as I don't have anybody I can call on, it will be the "breakdown" company.

Hi Fred.
You must know Teflon he lives in Chertsey, try him he might be able to help.

Rev

Dawn · 27th July 2018, 20:56

My V6 did this. Luckily on my drive a few weeks ago so just nipped to local motor factor in the daily got it tested and replaced. Hope someone can give you a lift!

harrisop48 · 27th July 2018, 20:58

Can pick you up around 10.30 am tomorrow with a spare battery. (No idea how good it will be) Can take you to buy new battery if that does not work. Call me and let me know tonight.

planenut · 27th July 2018, 21:23

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Originally Posted by harrisop48

Can pick you up around 10.30 am tomorrow with a spare battery. (No idea how good it will be) Can take you to buy new battery if that does not work. Call me and let me know tonight.

That is outstanding Peter (have spoken now by phone), see you in the morning.

Teflon · 27th July 2018, 21:42

Just seen this. I am indeed in Chertsey

. I don't have a spare battery, but I do have one of those emergency starter pack thingummies that has proved itself useful numerous times by starting both my car, and my neighbours 4x4 on a good few occassions.

Peter has my number, so if needs be, give me a call and I'll meet you at the car with my box of tricks - I should be around at home all day tomorrow

.

Cliff

27th July 2018, 20:32	#1
planenut Regional Secretary Rover 1.8T Tourer Join Date: May 2007 Location: Heathrow Posts: 7,001 Thanks: 1,551 Thanked 2,036 Times in 1,264 Posts	My Car Has Decided To Have a Rest. BATTERY BOUGHT! Having had a full day at Thorpe Park yesterday, arrived back at my car where I park down in Chertsey at 2230. The remote failed to unlock and on opening with the key, I noticed the tiny little twin red lights on the dash flickering, thought .....several thoughts.....as I was to be up at 0445 to go to work. Turned the ignition on a few times with the headlights lighting up on a low light each time and no joy with starting, nothing at all. Big decision but had to walk home as I had not got time to sort it, and hoped to be able to go to work by cycle, getting home at 2355. Luckily no commitments this weekend, so will go on the bus in the morning to have a go, then to get recovery if she doesn't play, somewhat annoying. Had used it for several long runs early in the week, and the journey to where I parked it is about six miles, so should not have discharged. Last edited by planenut; 20th August 2018 at 07:43.. Reason: update

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Teflon This is my second home Lagoon 2.0 V6 75 Conn SE Saloon Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chertsey Posts: 5,220 Thanks: 2,825 Thanked 2,920 Times in 1,570 Posts	Just seen this. I am indeed in Chertsey . I don't have a spare battery, but I do have one of those emergency starter pack thingummies that has proved itself useful numerous times by starting both my car, and my neighbours 4x4 on a good few occassions. Peter has my number, so if needs be, give me a call and I'll meet you at the car with my box of tricks - I should be around at home all day tomorrow . Cliff __________________ No. 4 of 6

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suzublu This is my second home rover 75 1.8 vvc club se wedgwood blue Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Seaton Carew Posts: 26,959 Thanks: 65 Thanked 7,142 Times in 4,642 Posts	Flat battery Fred

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trikey Premium Trader Rover 75 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Devon Posts: 33,816 Thanks: 8,837 Thanked 14,831 Times in 8,030 Posts	Do not buy a battery from the breakdown company! They charge about 30% more than a shop!

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Dawn I really should get out more....... MG ZT 180+ auto Join Date: May 2016 Location: Ilkeston, Derbys Posts: 2,743 Thanks: 285 Thanked 1,128 Times in 504 Posts	My V6 did this. Luckily on my drive a few weeks ago so just nipped to local motor factor in the daily got it tested and replaced. Hope someone can give you a lift!

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harrisop48 Passed Away Rover 75 Tourer Club CDTi 2.0 2002 Royal Blue Paint JFM Trim LBB Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Hayes West London Posts: 1,218 Thanks: 528 Thanked 1,043 Times in 364 Posts	Can pick you up around 10.30 am tomorrow with a spare battery. (No idea how good it will be) Can take you to buy new battery if that does not work. Call me and let me know tonight.