Batteries any deals?

[Bradley G]

If you had to replace your battery, what would you choose?
Motorcraft, Diehard, Duralast?

[fastblackmerc]

I went with an Optima, SpiralCelll battery.

http://www.optimabatteries.com/optima_edge/

[cyclopsram]

go to your ford dealer and get a group 65 with the ford warranty...is all you could want..

[dalucifer]

odyssey PC1700/65... You will need to trim the battery box a hair to make it fit, but they are the best batteries made.. There is a reason they have a contract with the military :)

[rvaldez1]

odyssey PC1700/65... You will need to trim the battery box a hair to make it fit, but they are the best batteries made.. There is a reason they have a contract with the military :)

This is what I am going with, they are pricey but from what I hear well worth it. Did you get the plastic or metal case?

[hdwrenchtx]

There is a reason they have a contract with the military :)


do they come with a free $500 toilet seat or something? :)

[SamF]

If you had to replace your battery, what would you choose?
Motorcraft, Diehard, Duralast?

Interstate, Motorcraft, Diehard, Duralast...in order of first to last..

[JACook]

One of the things I value most in a battery is it's ability to keep all it's acid inside. I've
had Interstates, Die Hards, and Duralasts, and all of 'em got the acid ooze all over the
tops, and tended to corrode the battery cables.

The Motorcrafts I've had stay clean. 'Nuff said.

[martyo]

I went with an Optima, SpiralCelll battery.

http://www.optimabatteries.com/optima_edge/

I used to be a big fan of Optimas, but lately they have been junk!

[sailsmen]

The OEM batt lasted exactly 2 years, the NAPA 13 months replaced free but why put up w/ that pos and the Optima is 16 months so far.

Diehard sells a pos battery w/ a money making warr for Sears. The batts keep failing and they "fu-rate" a new one. I quit buying them 10+ years ago.

[cyclopsram]

all my Motorcraft group 65s tend to last 100000 miles with no problems

[cyclopsram]

The nice folks at Consumer Reports rate the yellow MAXX FROM wally world as a best buy

[Bradley G]

I had to call Ford Roadside assistance to get a jump start yesterday.
I asked the guys at work ( FLM dealership) to test the battery and charging system all checked out ok.
Car only cranked for thirty seconds and pooped out.

[FordNut]

Bosch for me.

[Rocknthehawk]

My optima redtop has been real good to me for the last 3 years...

[FordNut]

My optima redtop has been real good to me for the last 3 years...

Mine went dead when the car sat for awhile during engine rebuild.

[Bradley G]

Cranked and started fine today!
The real test will be when it gets below zero * :eek:
I have had good luck / longevity with Motorcraft batteries.

[Peace2Peep]

The nice folks at Consumer Reports rate the yellow MAXX FROM wally world as a best buy


I have replaced four of the Maxx batteries(all under warranty) from Wally...got one sitting in my garage that's under warranty if somebody wants it...drop on by! I put in a type 65 truck battery from Motorcraft and I havent looked back!

[Taemian]

I used to be a big fan of Optimas, but lately they have been junk!

I tried the Optima link, but there's nothing for MMs, CVs, or GMs???

I have the factory battery, and no probs yet with 12,500 miles. I wanted to go Optima for their great rep and weight reduction....what's the latest trouble about?

[dalucifer]

This is what I am going with, they are pricey but from what I hear well worth it. Did you get the plastic or metal case?
The PC1700/65 is only available with the metal jacketing..



do they come with a free $500 toilet seat or something? :)

Actually yes.. Comes with a diamond incrusted gold toilet seat :banana:

[Stranger in the Black Sedan]

I wouldn't know, I'm still running my OEM battery

[Stranger in the Black Sedan]

The nice folks at Consumer Reports rate the yellow MAXX FROM wally world as a best buy


I've used the Walmart Everstart black (cheap) batteries in beater cars and they were surprisingly durable through cranking for minutes to get them started, lots of short trips, etc

[ctrlraven]

I think I'll end up replacing mine with a Motorcraft since the OEM has done just fine so far.

Any certain one to go with from below? Went to Motorcraft's website to search them up.

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[magindat]

Black top interstate megatron. Interstate MAKES and OWNS Optima. The black top Megatron is the highest CCA and longest warranty battery available in our size. Period.

I have done this homework.....

[finster101]

I wouldn't know, I'm still running my OEM battery
Me too. Jan 03 till now and still going. Guess I will stay with Motorcraft when the time comes.

[magindat]

Oyssey has 875 CCA and 142 min reserve at 25 amp
Megatron Plus has 875 CCA and 165 min reserve at 25 amp.

Any battery can put out incredible amperage at dead short for a few seconds. There are even battery based WELDING systems for 4x4 trail trucks out there! Don't believe the hype!!!

[magindat]

I had the equivalent of a PC 925 dry cell as a second battery in a system. Sucked the stocker dry. I hate air cells.

[ctrlraven]

Oyssey has 875 CCA and 142 min reserve at 25 amp
Megatron Plus has 875 CCA and 165 min reserve at 25 amp.

Any battery can put out incredible amperage at dead short for a few seconds. There are even battery based WELDING systems for 4x4 trail trucks out there! Don't believe the hype!!!

So the Megatron Plus would be a wise choice to get? I want something that has some power to it. Got a p/n for the one that fits our car?

[magindat]

So the Megatron Plus would be a wise choice to get? I want something that has some power to it. Got a p/n for the one that fits our car?

:tmi: For those who are allergic to the in-tar-web:
http://www.interstatebatteries.com/content/product_info/auto_megatron2_f.asp?js=1

OK, so it's a Mega-Tron Plus 65 series.

Ready?

Wait for it...

MTP-65

Whew!

:laugh:

:beer:

[magindat]

So the Megatron Plus would be a wise choice to get?

Best 100 bucks I've spent.

[ctrlraven]

:tmi: For those who are allergic to the in-tar-web:
http://www.interstatebatteries.com/content/product_info/auto_megatron2_f.asp?js=1

OK, so it's a Mega-Tron Plus 65 series.

Ready?

Wait for it...

MTP-65

Whew!

:laugh:

:beer:

Believe me I'm not allergic to the interwebz, just too lazy to look it up myself, thanks for doing all the work for me :beer:

[magindat]

Believe me I'm not allergic to the interwebz, just too lazy to look it up myself, thanks for doing all the work for me :beer:

:blah:

I'll remember that!!!!

:censor: :mad2: :shot:

;)

[Bradley G]

For now the Battery starts the car fine.
Not in the mood to spend any money on a battery, unless the Motorcraft won't do the job.
If it does give me trouble in sub zero temps, I will likely stay with Motorcraft.

[gonzo50]

The OEM batt lasted exactly 2 years.
"Wow":eek:I must have a one in 11,052 battery, because I still have my Motorcraft OEM battery, 5 yrs. 37,500 mi. :bows:


all my Motorcraft group 65s tend to last 100000 miles with no problems
I hope thats where mine will take me. :banana:

[ctrlraven]

:blah:

I'll remember that!!!!

:censor: :mad2: :shot:

;)

Did I ever tell you, your MM is my fav? ;)

Let me know when you have forgotten about this so you can re-cover my center console cover lol.

[OneBADLsE]

Motorcraft, motorcraft! I can't say it enough.

On my 02' GM, with close to 58k, its the original battery. And, I have a high power sound system in my car. I love it!

[Shora]

"Wow":eek:I must have a one in 11,052 battery, because I still have my Motorcraft OEM battery, 5 yrs. 37,500 mi. :bows:
:banana:


Motorcraft, motorcraft! I can't say it enough.

On my 02' GM, with close to 58k, its the original battery. And, I have a high power sound system in my car. I love it!


My Marauder is also an Aug. of 2002 build.

5 yrs. and 45,000 miles and still works perfect.

Cannot ask for more than that.

[baltimoremm]

june 2002
82k miles and the OEM batt still going strong
my next battery will be a motorcraft, its treated me very well

[sailsmen]

The wife's OEM Delphi went out after 2 years on the Hond Pilot.

Replaced w/ 3 year free then pro-rata to 8 years Autozone. I figure Auto Zone is eveywhere. When it goes the wife can pull up and they swap for free.

I have Optima on MM.

[Bradley G]

Well yesterday was the last day with the original battery.She cranked about ten seconds and died.
I went with the Autozone yellow top .
Same price as the Ford, three year replacement vs. 18 months with Motorcraft.
Also Duralast is rated higher by CCA 875 vs 675 Ford.
Threw that bad boy in yesterday , she cranked and started like the Bad Mother she is.
The local parts store is just a few miles away and they have been good about any returns exchanges.
I even laid down for the anti corrosion felt circles and dressing.
WTH? :P