Replaced Battery Now 89 FJ62 stalling (3 Viewers)

[luckylandcruiser]

I have a 1989 FJ 62 and has had no serious issues up until now. I had to replace the fuel relay because it was having issues with a hot start. Then recently I had new drive belts put on. After these two new things were fixed I drove the car and everything was fine. Then the other day I went to drive the car and noticed that the voltage was dropping really bad when the arrow is usually in the middle, but the arrow kept going down almost till the battery was dead while I was driving. Today I purchased a new battery that is slightly different :

Group Size 27 12 Volt, 810 CCA 160RC​

but still fits the land cruiser with a higher CCA. I went to drive it and after not even five minutes of driving, the car began to stall over and over again. The original battery is a group 24 with a lower CCA, would that do this? I luckily got home by not stopping and pushing the gas but I’m at a loss. Any suggestions? Here are some photos of the old battery and the new one. I’m aware the wiring looks crazy but I know nothing about electrical if anyone knows anything.

 

[Godwin]

Start by replacing all of those battery cables and lugs on the battery. Looks like the fusible link also needs to be replaced. If that doesn't correct the problem then you need to have your alternator checked.

And make sure you have good connections for the ground wires.

 

[BurntToast]

Unlikely the battery is the problem, the wires or fusible links you had to pull off and move that are 35years old are the issue

 

[MWM1]

Get the heavy duty cable kit from forum member Mark, it's the best!

Thread 'FJ60/FJ62 Heavy Duty Battery Cable Sets'

Dec 17, 2009

The kit costs $155.00 shipped (within US). International shipping is available.

The kit includes 5 cables and battery terminal connectors. This kit fits FJ60's and FJ62's. See below for additional kits (FJ40, FJ80 and FZJ80)

Kit includes:
Battery positive to starter cable (with protective boot - not shown in the pictures below)
Battery negative to fender and motor mount cables
Ground strap from head to firewall
Ground strap from starter to frame
1 Mil spec positive battery connector (not pictured)
1 Mil spec negative battery connector (not pictured)
Optional accessory - 1) Battery...

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