I priced a new one - ouch. That should come with lube.
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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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.
Rumors are that the newer Optimas aren't what the old ones were.
What are the cool kids running these days?
I priced a new one - ouch. That should come with lube.
Rumors are that the newer Optimas aren't what the old ones were.
What are the cool kids running these days?
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.
Rumors are that the newer Optimas aren't what the old ones were.
What are the cool kids running these days?
I priced a new one - ouch. That should come with lube.
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 ...
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.
Bought a Napa today for 104.00 minus 12.00 core refund
Keep a trickle charger on my red top, and is going strong after six years
You could consider a dry battery such as the Odyssey PC925.
They show volume discounts....group buy?
Possibly interested, depending on price. I pressume you have to modify the tray to secure it?
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.
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.
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
I only use Interstate Group 42 batteries.
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.
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.
QUOTE(campbellcj @ Feb 26 2012, 08:41 AM)
When my standard battery dies I will go with one of these!!
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.
Odyssey's are good batteries. Light weight and dependable.
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.
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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