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Posted by: kbrunk1 Sep 16 2012, 07:40 PM

I am at a point for my project on the blocks to purchase a battery.

I want the most cranking amps and the battery is in the normal spot.

Will a bigger one fit and still get under the rain tray?

I do not plan on moving it. Definitely think I want a sealed battery.

What model number and kind of sealed batteries are folks using?

Thanks - Comments

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Posted by: saigon71 Sep 17 2012, 06:02 AM

Optima red top 34. Fits nicely in the stock battery tray and does not interfere with the factory rain tray.

One problem...I have read many posts on this site that the Optima batteries aren't what they used to be.

Posted by: GeorgeRud Sep 17 2012, 06:38 AM

Actually, the 34R has the posts in the correct orientation, but you have to cut off the mounting ears on the base for it to fit.

I'd agree about the deterioration of quality control on the Optimas. My first one lasted almost a10 years, but my last one didn't make it to three. For the additional cost, I don't know that they're worth the money anymore.

Posted by: kbrunk1 Sep 17 2012, 05:13 PM

Any other non Optima sizes?

Posted by: somd914 Sep 17 2012, 08:31 PM

I'm running a Optima 75/25 with side mount posts which I like. However, the first one lasted about 4 years, second one lasted 10 months, and if not for the warranty replacment I would have gone for an Odyssey PC925.

Posted by: RiceNeck Sep 17 2012, 09:19 PM

Just another option, this is what I have, it only weighs about 6 lbs.
The bracket is custom made, I relocated mine to the front, but it would work in stock location.

Posted by: tod914 Sep 17 2012, 09:40 PM

Optima 35 works well. About 10 lighter than the 34R. Usually once a year they run a sale with a $25.00 rebate.

Posted by: bigkensteele Sep 17 2012, 10:35 PM

I am running an Optima 35, and it just barely fits with the rain tray. You will need to rotate the positive connector around so it doesn't hit, but it fits. I paid about $165 a year ago at Batteries Plus, which was as good a price as I could find at the time.

If I could do it over again, I would look into the other sealed brand - I think they sell them at Costco, but I can't recall the name at the moment. They are reported to be more reliable as of late.

Posted by: kbrunk1 Sep 18 2012, 07:48 PM

Anyone use the blace sealed batteries from Wallmart?

If so what model? How many cranking amps do you need?

Posted by: kbrunk1 Sep 18 2012, 08:47 PM

Posted by: RiceNeck Sep 19 2012, 10:26 PM

As another option, you might look at Deka batteries.