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Rusty
post Feb 25 2012, 06:02 PM
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I've had two Optima's die this winter. Granted, they were both about 8 years old.

I priced a new one - ouch. That should come with lube. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sheeplove.gif)

Rumors are that the newer Optimas aren't what the old ones were.

What are the cool kids running these days?
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post Feb 25 2012, 06:09 PM
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QUOTE(Rusty @ Feb 25 2012, 04:02 PM) *
I've had two Optima's die this winter. Granted, they were both about 8 years old.

I priced a new one - ouch. That should come with lube. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sheeplove.gif)

Rumors are that the newer Optimas aren't what the old ones were.

What are the cool kids running these days?

I have heard the same rumors. I still have my trusty old optima but i'll be looking for something else when it dies ...

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post Feb 25 2012, 06:25 PM
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I seen the Optima 35s for about $150.00 online shipped. About 8 pounds less than the 34R, and fits just fine. I'm at the crossroad too. Also looking.
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post Feb 25 2012, 07:19 PM
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post Feb 26 2012, 01:24 AM
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Keep a trickle charger on my red top, and is going strong after six years
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post Feb 26 2012, 10:41 AM
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You could consider a dry battery such as the Odyssey PC925.
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post Feb 26 2012, 10:47 AM
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They show volume discounts....group buy?
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post Feb 26 2012, 12:13 PM
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Possibly interested, depending on price. I pressume you have to modify the tray to secure it?
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post Feb 26 2012, 03:14 PM
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My brother manages a high end customs shop. He will no longer sell red tops to his customers. They have had the plates break loose on new batteries. Yellow or blue was fine. I have an orbital battery that has been perfect.
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post Feb 26 2012, 03:46 PM
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QUOTE(Rusty @ Feb 25 2012, 04:02 PM) *

I've had two Optima's die this winter. Granted, they were both about 8 years old.

I priced a new one - ouch. That should come with lube. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sheeplove.gif)

Rumors are that the newer Optimas aren't what the old ones were.

What are the cool kids running these days?

I been using odysse very small battery and is very light
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post Feb 26 2012, 07:19 PM
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I only use Interstate Group 42 batteries.
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post Feb 26 2012, 07:53 PM
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I've heard the same rumors. The old ones kicked ass. I got more than 8 years out the last old redtop I had. Sadly all of my old redtops are now gone.
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post Feb 26 2012, 09:34 PM
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We have an Orange top Optima (the original reverse post of the red top) in Betty's car. Been there for at least a decade, and still going strong. She wants to keep it because it matches the car.


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post Feb 27 2012, 11:29 AM
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QUOTE(campbellcj @ Feb 26 2012, 08:41 AM) *

You could consider a dry battery such as the Odyssey PC925.

When my standard battery dies I will go with one of these!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Feb 27 2012, 12:03 PM
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I put the 925 in the front of my 914 3.2 and my 911 3.2 a couple years ago. No problems so far. There are some upfront costs tho - Rennline makes a nice mount kit and you'll also need the special charger. The 925 is 21lb and saved a ton compared to the stock 46lb boat anchor in the 911.
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post Feb 27 2012, 03:52 PM
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Odyssey's are good batteries. Light weight and dependable.
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post Feb 27 2012, 04:57 PM
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I'll let you know how mine does.. Got a 6 month old batt in the Audi, holds a charge great. I have a 4 year old batt in the 914, Also holding a charge great.

6 month old is a yellow, 4 year old is a red. Planning on switching after the Audi goes back to DD status.
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