Lightweight Antigravity Lithium Batteries (FM Live)

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This week on FM Live, Brandon shows off our new Antigravity LiFePo4 battery for Miatas. Why would you want an Antigravity battery you ask? Massive weight savings, longer battery life, efficiency, modern "smart battery" technology, and Antigravity's "Restart" function!
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@tatankadog2 2 жыл бұрын

Great concept, would jump on this in a heart beat. But I will also wait until the price is more reasonable. $700 for a car battery is totally crazy.

@tmo2798 2 жыл бұрын

That's what I was going to ask[price]. Thanks.

@FlyinMiataVideo 5 ай бұрын

Yeah, the price is a bit steep at first glance but when you figure the lifespan of a lithium compared to a lead acid, it isn't that far off.

@jasper_of_puppets 2 жыл бұрын

Been running Lithium batteries in my motorcycles for over 10 years. It's easily one of the best and easiest upgrades to do and is an absolute no-brainer when your OEM lead-acid needs to be replaced. Glad this tech is finally making its way into the mainstream for cars.

@mikea5205 2 жыл бұрын

I bought 2 of them, 1 for my car and 1 for my moms car. Once you feel the weight difference, you'll never want to touch another regular battery again. Plus....car starts faster, windows fly up and down and headlights are brighter.

@TJDST4 2 жыл бұрын

I work with LiFePo4 batteries every day and am glad to see them becoming more common in the automotive world.

@moushgas3146 7 ай бұрын

Finally my Lexus 450h plus battery problem solved. I bought it and installed myself. It’s a great battery. No more dash cam problems.

@alexander4566 2 жыл бұрын

5:54 this makes it worth it on its own ill be getting one just for that

@UAP_of_Phx 4 ай бұрын

I run one of these batteries in my Mustang, you will need a tender if you only drive your car once every couple weeks or so. The one I use is an ANTIGRAVITY & it is very light. It weighs just under 5lb.

@FlyinMiataVideo 4 ай бұрын

The weight reduction using these batteries is CRAZY. However, I don't think they fit everyone's build.

@Spkrfrk1 7 ай бұрын

What about the fires of hell in AZ? Is that a survivable heat for this type of battery? Summers routinely hit 110 plus for months on end.

@falconevLithium Жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining all the benefits of a lithium battery, Now, explain why anyone would buy an AGrav. 24Ah for $629 at 8.5 lbs when they could get the exact same at LithiumMoto ; 22Ah for $450 at 5.2 lbs WITH 2ndStart feature and key FOB. or a 40Ah version at 10.5 lbs for $750... and by the way; LithiumMoto Does have the correct size battery for the Fiat 124.

@jbpasion071 4 ай бұрын

LithiumMoto site is a whole bunch of photos and text and dead links to their social media pages which seems not a legit business but please correct me if I am wrong. Also their FAQ page has black background with black text so hard to read. But yes their products prices are fairly reasonable.

@reactor4 2 жыл бұрын

my next mod

@jonathankaufold7503 Жыл бұрын

so I live in Florida so I don't have to worry about it

@jeffrbake Жыл бұрын

In Texas we get two or three weeks of freezing weather. Would it work fine in my daily driver?

@TebTengri Жыл бұрын

So even 125° in Mexicali won't kill it?

@johndoughenbro7719 8 ай бұрын

thx LOTS good info 👍👍👍👍👍 ( bcuz i the dummy that research AFTER purchase 😅😆😁😄 )

@Gancherov 2 жыл бұрын

I like most of your products, and appreciate that I can usually skip the research and trust FM to sell a top notch product in every category. This one I just don't understand.. standard batteries with a 3-5 year lifespan cost $150-300 - they often last 2-3 times that and work in just about every weather condition in the USA. How is a $700 replacement that you have to take indoors when it's chilly out make any sense? I live in California and still see 2-3 months of near freezing temperatures... maybe you could advertise it as an additional safety feature for drivers who can't handle cold/wet roads?

@FlyinMiataVideo 2 жыл бұрын

Just like every mod or upgrade, there will be caveats to consider, and we completely understand that this battery is obviously not for everyone. Batteries, like tires, are consumables with limitations on their performance due to environment. As with any aftermarket part, practical usage must be considered to get the most of out the product, and we think the efficiency, overall cost of ownership, modern technology, dramatic weight-loss, and safety of the re-start function make this a good choice for anyone looking for an update from the traditional lead acid battery.

@ikeray1837 7 ай бұрын

I’ve never had a car battery made in the last 2 decades last 5 years, let alone 9-10 years as you suggest. Most, in fact, last at best 3 years, and I’m buying interstate, could only imagine how often Walmart or AutoZone batteries die. And I live in south Texas where we almost never see freezing temps. Both will end up in the ocean😂, but the lithium will last longer and has the benefit of deep cycling.

@nakaface 6 ай бұрын

@@ikeray1837 All my batteries have lasted 5+ years in north Texas with temps from 20 to 110. I do throw them on a maintainer for maybe 1 weekend a year to desulfate them (battery minder unit). These have been either OEM (honda and toyota), oreillys, duracell, or interstate batteries.

@SuperRex7 8 ай бұрын

Had the atx20 on my 86 Corolla gts for 2 months, drive 1-2 times a week, battery charge light on and off on the dash since day one (doesn’t have this problem with normal batteries) now the alternator stop working, my wonder is these lithium batteries make the alternator work harder shorten their life.

@FlyinMiataVideo 8 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear about your issue. We've only tested them in Miatas, and haven't noticed any alternator issues with our experiences.

@vdrivevideo Жыл бұрын

I need a lithium specific battery charger but my standard alternator is ok?

@FlyinMiataVideo Жыл бұрын

Most lead acid chargers go through an anti-sulfate process to clean off the plates in the battery. LiFePO4 batteries (like what we sell) literally can't sulfate, so it's not necessary. Plus, it can damage the battery. Your alternator doesn't have this process, it just puts voltage into the battery. The specific charging profile is better suited to the battery chemistry as well.

@mrlee4579 Жыл бұрын

Na Miata model soon?

@motorpsykler 2 жыл бұрын

Kinda wish you would have led with the 'not good for cold weather' part. That eliminates a HUGE amount of potential customers.

@RaptorRacingperformance 2 жыл бұрын

I'm in Canada (Toronto) and have an antigravity battery in my wife's Fiesta ST "daily driver"...she works from home 5 days a week so the car rarely gets driven. Not even a hint of an issue...ever. I also have a an Antigravity in my Focus RS, stored all winter in garage with no insulation, no power for a charger and no negative terminal disconnected. Put the car away in October and started it 2 weeks, ago...powered the car on, let the battery "cycle up" for 3mins...car started 1st crank instantly. Ohh...also have an AntiGravity in my wife's MSM which is also stored all winter. Unless you live in Northern Canada I see NO issues to be worried about cold performance.

@A42yearoldARAB Жыл бұрын

thank you saved me time and money lol

@vigamortezadventures7972 7 ай бұрын

A capacitor mixed lithium battery could be better when in cold climates

@dadzilla007 2 жыл бұрын

I've been running the Anti-Gravity for 8 months now and it's been faultless.

@FlyinMiataVideo 2 жыл бұрын

We've been impressed so far!

@Gabachhoo 2 жыл бұрын

I have a question resolving on the transmission of a 1.6l. I was going to ask is there any kits where am I able to rebuild the transmission or even stage it

@FlyinMiataVideo 2 жыл бұрын

You'd probably have better luck asking a race or transmission shop directly. Feel free to reach out to our customer support team via phone or email. They might be able to offer some suggestions.

@kevinperera2696 4 ай бұрын

i hope you are using optimate lithium chargers on those AG batteries.

@FlyinMiataVideo 4 ай бұрын

We use CTEK lithium battery chargers. flyinmiata.com/products/ctek-lithium-battery-charger?_pos=1&_psq=charger&_ss=e&_v=1.0

@kemosabegt350geuss6 Жыл бұрын

If you cant use a regular 12V charger on this battery how then does your cars 12V charging system work with it?

@noesanchez7484 6 ай бұрын

Please someone explain what this battery will do to life of the altenator..

@kevinperera2696 4 ай бұрын

you can use the Optimate Lithium 4s 6A charger for this battery.

@qrs3658 Жыл бұрын

this is a good idea for a battery. but the only hiccup i see is with the CCA. so basically this battery may not be favorable for ppl living in the cold climate region. also what about the charging system. i heard that they are not compatible to the alternator in cars. i read somewhere on the net that it is not to be charged with alternators putting out more than 13.5 V. so what kinda alternator will i need to put in my car?

@FlyinMiataVideo Жыл бұрын

These work fine with alternators. Most lead acid chargers go through an anti-sulfate process to clean off the plates in the battery. LiFePO4 batteries (like what we sell) literally can't sulfate, so it's not necessary. Plus, it can damage the battery. Your alternator doesn't have this process, it just puts voltage into the battery. The specific charging profile is better suited to the battery chemistry as well.

@moushgas3146 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for video. Can I put this on my 2022 Lexus NX450h plus? I am tired to change my original battery. I drive 60k. mile and changed 3 times.

@FlyinMiataVideo 7 ай бұрын

It's best to reach out to Antigravity directly for that answer.

@miznitic5574 2 жыл бұрын

I'm still bitter over the hype you guys had over the POS Braille Battery I purchased from you.

@stevewheatley243 5 ай бұрын

And a standard car alternator will work for this? No charge controller necessary?

@FlyinMiataVideo 5 ай бұрын

For the Miata, as long as you have an alternator in good working condition, the battery will receive the charge that's required for a lithium battery. If your alternator is failing, the BMS will protect the battery if an overcurrent situation occurs.

@richard-mai 2 жыл бұрын

Will it last during a drive-in movie?

@FlyinMiataVideo 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, due to the massive amount of variables from weather to the length of the movie, we have no way to test this. Sorry.

@mrvang8077 5 күн бұрын

So is there a way to keep the battery operating in cold weather? I mean is there a thermal heating coil to keep it operating in cold weather. Kind of like a heating coil that some automotive use to warm up the engine in cold climate? If not, will there be one available in the future? It's kind pricey for one giving that it's not suitable in cold climate. I would love to purchase one, but I am just worry that it will failed in cold climate. I live in california and the weather changes. I park my vehicle outside so if winter comes. I don't want to deal with a dead battery that won't start if it's too cold outside in the morning.

@FlyinMiataVideo 3 күн бұрын

@mrvang8077 If you live in a climate that gets truly cold in the winter, these batteries are probably not for you. We're not aware of any heating coils for these and would not recommend that you use one. While these are pricey upfront, considering their lifespan, they will likely outlive 2 standard lead acid batteries (or more). Please see our product listing to see if your winter conditions are severe enough to cause issues with these batteries!

@swkleevideo Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Question: is 40 Ah enough for a supercar, or something higher?

@pete5534 3 ай бұрын

I hope this battery is a viable option for some, it ain’t for me… Cost, cold weather usability, and not compatible with my Battery Tender - three strikes. I’ve had good luck with “Mazda” batteries for my Mazda3 and CX-3, so I think I’ll stick with a dealership battery for my MX-5. The battery in my ‘04 MSM is the original battery. Yes, 20 years old (date code says March of ‘04), and there’s nothing but Japanese symbols on the stickers - crazy, I know… If I manage more than five years out of a new battery I’ll be happy. Thanks for the honest review!

@FlyinMiataVideo 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@robertwilliams2762 10 ай бұрын

I park outside in NY. I assume it’s not appropriate for that.

@FlyinMiataVideo 10 ай бұрын

If it sees extremely cold temperatures or sits for any real length of time, then honestly you would probably be better off with a more traditional batter.

@clutchboi4038 Жыл бұрын

I put an antigravity motorcycle battery with the appropriate CCA in my srt4 and it's dead after a year.

@FlyinMiataVideo Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that! Antigravity batteries have "smart" controllers that protect the battery from overcharging and damage. Since the car's charging system is MUCH more powerful than a motorcycle's, it probably overwhelmed the protection circuits. The antigravity batteries we sell are specifically made to work with these vehicles and are fully warranted.

@thndr_5468 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely gawked at the price. Nearly a grand for a single battery!

@FlyinMiataVideo 4 ай бұрын

The sticker price is a bit of a shock but if you figure the cost of standard battery replacements for the lifespan of this fancy one, it's not too bad. AND I'd say that it's the least expensive weight loss one can find for their car.

@thndr_5468 4 ай бұрын

@@FlyinMiataVideo maybe so but I live in a cold environment so it wouldn't work for me in the first place

@michaelsaywhat6980 2 жыл бұрын

What the name of that color on that ND behind you??!

@FlyinMiataVideo 2 жыл бұрын

Which one? The red is Soul Red, the blue RF is Eternal Blue and the ND V8 in the bg is the Mazda Ceramic white. :)

@michaelsaywhat6980 2 жыл бұрын

@@FlyinMiataVideo thank you 😊 🙏. Are the Eternal Blue factory paint?

@dielaughing73 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelsaywhat6980 yes it is. It's not very common but it's a beautiful colour. Looks kind of greyish in some lights and quite vivid in others (as you see here)

@b2bb 2 жыл бұрын

sounds like I need to install a good ole heat pump in my garage...

@95TurboSol 4 ай бұрын

700 to 1000 for a car battery no thanks!

@fcwt101 3 ай бұрын

If it won't work correctly below 20°, it's worthless in most of the country.

@FlyinMiataVideo 3 ай бұрын

It's a little different if you park in a garage.

@a.c.e.7568 Жыл бұрын

To talk about batteries you actually need to know something about batteries. My flooded lead lead acid batteries have lasted 14 and 16 years in our cars. Cycles? Unimportant, these are starter batteries, not trolling motor batteries! Restart? All cars beep if the lights are left on. I've needed 2 boosts in almost 50 years due to end of life batteries. And to spend $1200 for a Lithium battery that costs $170 for an AGM at Walmart.