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Optima Battery
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What do you guys think about this battery for a DD?
http://shop.optimabatteries.com/prod...62466.0.0.0.0?
I have it sitting i my garage right now.
What do you guys think about this battery for a DD?
http://shop.optimabatteries.com/prod...62466.0.0.0.0?
I have it sitting i my garage right now.
Last edited by Johnny Boy; Jan 24, 2010 at 12:53 AM.
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I think you're slightly over thinking it. It's a fine battery. It's 12 volts, it has a pretty yellow top, and you live in a warm state where people where shorts at Christmas.
You could buy the cheapest battery in the land and still be fine. You went with a much more expensive one. You're going to be super fine.
The most important thing with Optimas, though, is to CORRECTLY add it to your signature line. It's not enough to just like "Optima Battery". I suggest the following:
Color Coded: OPTIMA YELLOW TOP BATTERY followed with a fashionable lightning bolt, to denote POWER.
Or, since it's YELLOW, and has POWER:
Also, on a secondary note, if you have JESTR install it, it adds 500CCAs to the battery. I had Buschur install a battery for me once, and when I drove past power plans, the lights actually dimmed, so strong was my electrical output. The Federal government actually put a restraining order on me and nuclear power plants, to avoid a nuclear melt down.
Here's a recently released photo from the Russian government. See if you can spot the REAL problem at Chernobyl.
You could buy the cheapest battery in the land and still be fine. You went with a much more expensive one. You're going to be super fine.
The most important thing with Optimas, though, is to CORRECTLY add it to your signature line. It's not enough to just like "Optima Battery". I suggest the following:
Color Coded: OPTIMA YELLOW TOP BATTERY followed with a fashionable lightning bolt, to denote POWER.
Or, since it's YELLOW, and has POWER:
Also, on a secondary note, if you have JESTR install it, it adds 500CCAs to the battery. I had Buschur install a battery for me once, and when I drove past power plans, the lights actually dimmed, so strong was my electrical output. The Federal government actually put a restraining order on me and nuclear power plants, to avoid a nuclear melt down.
Here's a recently released photo from the Russian government. See if you can spot the REAL problem at Chernobyl.
Last edited by hotdog; Jan 24, 2010 at 03:24 AM.
Where does it say 6v? 
I think Group 35 is what they list being appropriate for our cars and the stock battery is around 38 lbs. You might be able to get away with the smaller battery sizes for warmer climates though, just make sure you can properly anchor it down in the mounts.
I'm using a 14 lb SP680 Dry Cell Battery from STM which has almost the same Cranking Amps but very low reserve capacity, so far it's been ok for daily driving even in the winter months so I'm quite sure the Red or Yellow top batteries will work just fine for anyone assuming those are the right sizes they listed.
I think Group 35 is what they list being appropriate for our cars and the stock battery is around 38 lbs. You might be able to get away with the smaller battery sizes for warmer climates though, just make sure you can properly anchor it down in the mounts.
Red Top
Ultra high-performance Spiralcell AGM battery with reliable cranking power and twice the life. The OPTIMA RedTop will out-perform and outlast traditional batteries in demanding cranking/starting applications. The ultimate high-CCA starting battery for vehicles that have alternators capable of keeping up with all electrical loads.
If you have demanding electrical accessory loads- such as winches, audio systems, and other devices - take a look at the YellowTop product line.
The Optima model number for this battery is 35. If you are replacing an Optima battery you already have, this model is the same as batteries marked 8020-164, 9020-164, 27936, RED35, SC35A, or N9935RED.
Specifications
Weight 31.7lbs.
Length 9.38inches
Height 7.69inches
Width 6.75inches
Capacity (c/20 rate) 44
Cold Cranking Amps 720
Cranking Amps 910
Post Type SAE Post
Reserve Capacity 90
Ultra high-performance Spiralcell AGM battery with reliable cranking power and twice the life. The OPTIMA RedTop will out-perform and outlast traditional batteries in demanding cranking/starting applications. The ultimate high-CCA starting battery for vehicles that have alternators capable of keeping up with all electrical loads.
If you have demanding electrical accessory loads- such as winches, audio systems, and other devices - take a look at the YellowTop product line.
The Optima model number for this battery is 35. If you are replacing an Optima battery you already have, this model is the same as batteries marked 8020-164, 9020-164, 27936, RED35, SC35A, or N9935RED.
Specifications
Weight 31.7lbs.
Length 9.38inches
Height 7.69inches
Width 6.75inches
Capacity (c/20 rate) 44
Cold Cranking Amps 720
Cranking Amps 910
Post Type SAE Post
Reserve Capacity 90
Yellow Top
Ultra high-performance Spiralcell AGM dual-purpose (deep-cycle and starting) battery. 3 times the cycling capability (rechargeability) with ultimate cranking power to outperform traditional batteries. Perfect for powering heavy electrical loads, including winches, audio systems, inverters, and other demanding vehicle accessories and electronics. Lower internal resistance provides more efficient power output and faster recharges.
Detailed Product Specifications
The Optima model number for this battery is D35. If you are replacing an Optima battery you already have, this model is the same as batteries marked 8040-218, 9040-218, YEL35, SC35DA, or N9935YEL.
Specifications
Weight 36.4lbs.
Length 9.38inches
Height 7.69inches
Width 6.75inches
Capacity (c/20 rate) 48
Cold Cranking Amps 620
Cranking Amps 770
Post Type SAE Post
Reserve Capacity 100
Ultra high-performance Spiralcell AGM dual-purpose (deep-cycle and starting) battery. 3 times the cycling capability (rechargeability) with ultimate cranking power to outperform traditional batteries. Perfect for powering heavy electrical loads, including winches, audio systems, inverters, and other demanding vehicle accessories and electronics. Lower internal resistance provides more efficient power output and faster recharges.
Detailed Product Specifications
The Optima model number for this battery is D35. If you are replacing an Optima battery you already have, this model is the same as batteries marked 8040-218, 9040-218, YEL35, SC35DA, or N9935YEL.
Specifications
Weight 36.4lbs.
Length 9.38inches
Height 7.69inches
Width 6.75inches
Capacity (c/20 rate) 48
Cold Cranking Amps 620
Cranking Amps 770
Post Type SAE Post
Reserve Capacity 100
The red top is going to be better suited for a daily driven car and usually will last longer. The yellow top is better if you like to leave the doors open and radio playing for a couple of hours with the car off. It also might be better suited for heavy use of a 9000 lb winch, but I never had any issue with a red top in my jeep either.
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I think you're slightly over thinking it. It's a fine battery. It's 12 volts, it has a pretty yellow top, and you live in a warm state where people where shorts at Christmas.
You could buy the cheapest battery in the land and still be fine. You went with a much more expensive one. You're going to be super fine.
The most important thing with Optimas, though, is to CORRECTLY add it to your signature line. It's not enough to just like "Optima Battery". I suggest the following:
Color Coded: OPTIMA YELLOW TOP BATTERY followed with a fashionable lightning bolt, to denote POWER.
Or, since it's YELLOW, and has POWER:
Also, on a secondary note, if you have JESTR install it, it adds 500CCAs to the battery. I had Buschur install a battery for me once, and when I drove past power plans, the lights actually dimmed, so strong was my electrical output. The Federal government actually put a restraining order on me and nuclear power plants, to avoid a nuclear melt down.
Here's a recently released photo from the Russian government. See if you can spot the REAL problem at Chernobyl.
You could buy the cheapest battery in the land and still be fine. You went with a much more expensive one. You're going to be super fine.
The most important thing with Optimas, though, is to CORRECTLY add it to your signature line. It's not enough to just like "Optima Battery". I suggest the following:
Color Coded: OPTIMA YELLOW TOP BATTERY followed with a fashionable lightning bolt, to denote POWER.
Or, since it's YELLOW, and has POWER:
Also, on a secondary note, if you have JESTR install it, it adds 500CCAs to the battery. I had Buschur install a battery for me once, and when I drove past power plans, the lights actually dimmed, so strong was my electrical output. The Federal government actually put a restraining order on me and nuclear power plants, to avoid a nuclear melt down.
Here's a recently released photo from the Russian government. See if you can spot the REAL problem at Chernobyl.
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