Outdoor Power Equipment and Small Engines - Specs for battery on Bolens LT8?

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bontai Joe
12-02-05, 01:19 PM
I got this tractor given to me about 2 years ago, and finally got some tinkering time on it. It now runs, which has inspired me to fix some of the other things it needs. Since I don't have the old battery, and no manual, I was wondering what the correct spec is for this tractor? It's a little Bolens Lawn tractor from I'm guessing the mid 1970's? with a sheet metal frame, 8 HP Briggs, and 3 speed tranny. I'm used to the full sized car batteries in my Deeres, and the little space under the seat won't hold one of those.

goldstar
12-02-05, 03:13 PM
It probably takes a standard lawn and garden tractor battery - 12V. One size fits all. Should be available at any big box store after Christmas - when they bring out the spring / summer items. Some may have them in stock now.
v8driver
12-02-05, 10:48 PM
atleast over a 200 cold cranking amp battery.

goldstar
12-03-05, 10:44 AM
I did a little checking, and it appears that the correct battery is a 12N9-4B-1.
Probably about 100-110 CCA.