Are all batteries eaqual ?
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I did some reading here and several other sites 1-2 months ago.
I read several places where people were having problems with the newer vintage Optimas.
From all the reading ........... it appeared Odyssey was the ticket. I priced online at about $250 and locally $275.
Then I found where Diehard Platinum batteries are made by Odyssey. I bought the Diehard Platinum for $189 (specs same as the Odyssey).
This was for my boat. When my stocker goes in the F150......I'll be putting the DH Platinum in. I've had a couple of weak starts lately so it will probably be soon.
I read several places where people were having problems with the newer vintage Optimas.
From all the reading ........... it appeared Odyssey was the ticket. I priced online at about $250 and locally $275.
Then I found where Diehard Platinum batteries are made by Odyssey. I bought the Diehard Platinum for $189 (specs same as the Odyssey).
This was for my boat. When my stocker goes in the F150......I'll be putting the DH Platinum in. I've had a couple of weak starts lately so it will probably be soon.
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http://www.interstatebatteries.com/c...nths+-+850+CCA
#24
Funny thing, my battery decided to bite the dust over the weekend while sitting in 15-18 degree weather. Tried to start it this morning and just got a weak slow crank. The battery only read around 10 volts indicating that I lost one cell. This was the original battery that came with my truck, an 07 SCREW. I was surprised that the stock battery was only 540CCA. I thought it would have been higher.
I purchased a BOSCH battery from my local Pep Boys. I am aware that there are basically 2 battery manufactures, Johnson Controls and EXIDE. As far as I am concerned, EXIDE is CRAP!!!!. Johnson Controls makes the BOSCH, Die Hard, Delco and others. Oh yes, the BOSCH comes with a 3 year no question replacement.......
Oh yes, the new battery is 850 CCA
I purchased a BOSCH battery from my local Pep Boys. I am aware that there are basically 2 battery manufactures, Johnson Controls and EXIDE. As far as I am concerned, EXIDE is CRAP!!!!. Johnson Controls makes the BOSCH, Die Hard, Delco and others. Oh yes, the BOSCH comes with a 3 year no question replacement.......
Oh yes, the new battery is 850 CCA
#25
i know that optimas web site says there batteries only have around 720/800 cca but my stock ford battery took a crap TODAY and i bought a red top they tested it for me brand new and showed me the tester while it was hooked up and it rear 1009 cca and it was only rated at 750 so the optimas are def worth the price in my book and are very under rated by optima it was $180 but with a 84 month war. you cant beat it!
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Funny thing, my battery decided to bite the dust over the weekend while sitting in 15-18 degree weather. Tried to start it this morning and just got a weak slow crank. The battery only read around 10 volts indicating that I lost one cell. This was the original battery that came with my truck, an 07 SCREW. I was surprised that the stock battery was only 540CCA. I thought it would have been higher.
I purchased a BOSCH battery from my local Pep Boys. I am aware that there are basically 2 battery manufactures, Johnson Controls and EXIDE. As far as I am concerned, EXIDE is CRAP!!!!. Johnson Controls makes the BOSCH, Die Hard, Delco and others. Oh yes, the BOSCH comes with a 3 year no question replacement.......
Oh yes, the new battery is 850 CCA
I purchased a BOSCH battery from my local Pep Boys. I am aware that there are basically 2 battery manufactures, Johnson Controls and EXIDE. As far as I am concerned, EXIDE is CRAP!!!!. Johnson Controls makes the BOSCH, Die Hard, Delco and others. Oh yes, the BOSCH comes with a 3 year no question replacement.......
Oh yes, the new battery is 850 CCA
#27
To answer your question: Are all batteries equal? The short answer is "no".
I am no expert, but I did research this in detail a while back an here's what I learned: First off, when it comes to "power" whether you are looking at hot or cold cranking amps(CCA/HCA), you can pretty much find any battery to fit your requirments. The differences lie in the technology of the battery itself. The major technologies used in auto batteries are either the traditional free acid, Optima and Odyssey's absorbed glass mat (AGM), and marine gell-cell technologies.
These differences are important when considering the environment and use of the battery. In real high vibration, harsh conditions like in 18-wheelers, helicopters, motorcycles or more likely, going off road, AGM is best because there is no free acid in the battery and therefore no threat of leakage, even if the battery case breaks. AGM also say they can operate in any orientation, even upside down if needed...free acid batteries cannot. Very cool, but many have/are using free acid batteries in these harsh conditions with no failures.
There are differences in AGM technologies as well, specifically between Optima and Odyssey. You can see that Optima's glass matting is rolled into six rolls then connected to each other via some connection point. Odyssey' use a single sheet, fit into a rectangular chamber thus giving more surface area over the Optimas (or so they claim). Then there are differences in the materials used in this matting.
Another power-factor considerations include reserve capacity rating and load capacity. These factors were important to me as I run my truck battery quite often, whether listening to the radio, or letting the truck sit for extended periods. It is more of a consideration when it comes to my boat. I am putting an Odyssey in my boat as well...last thing I want is partying on the lake and running my battery dead.
Finally there's the Kinetik battery...MSalle turned me on to these. Another AGM battery used by big stereo guys, these things seem to have a very high capacity (CCA goes without saying). I wish their website contained more technical info on their products so if interested, you probably have to call.
Google is your friend so this should be enough info to get you started.
The bottom line is guys will buy for the following reasons: price, name recognition, reputation, CCA/HCA, power capacity, technology and conditions in which the batt will be used. Some guys just don't give a crap, which is fine. I say pick your top 3 or 4 concerns and go with the battery that fits that criteria. Having said that, I went with the Odyssey (Sears Platinum Group 65). Not cheap, but the best battery for my needs, in my opinion...and they're just cool! I am getting their marine battery for my boat in a few months.
Complete Battery FAQ - http://www.jgdarden.com/batteryfaq/batbrand.htm
I am no expert, but I did research this in detail a while back an here's what I learned: First off, when it comes to "power" whether you are looking at hot or cold cranking amps(CCA/HCA), you can pretty much find any battery to fit your requirments. The differences lie in the technology of the battery itself. The major technologies used in auto batteries are either the traditional free acid, Optima and Odyssey's absorbed glass mat (AGM), and marine gell-cell technologies.
These differences are important when considering the environment and use of the battery. In real high vibration, harsh conditions like in 18-wheelers, helicopters, motorcycles or more likely, going off road, AGM is best because there is no free acid in the battery and therefore no threat of leakage, even if the battery case breaks. AGM also say they can operate in any orientation, even upside down if needed...free acid batteries cannot. Very cool, but many have/are using free acid batteries in these harsh conditions with no failures.
There are differences in AGM technologies as well, specifically between Optima and Odyssey. You can see that Optima's glass matting is rolled into six rolls then connected to each other via some connection point. Odyssey' use a single sheet, fit into a rectangular chamber thus giving more surface area over the Optimas (or so they claim). Then there are differences in the materials used in this matting.
Another power-factor considerations include reserve capacity rating and load capacity. These factors were important to me as I run my truck battery quite often, whether listening to the radio, or letting the truck sit for extended periods. It is more of a consideration when it comes to my boat. I am putting an Odyssey in my boat as well...last thing I want is partying on the lake and running my battery dead.
Finally there's the Kinetik battery...MSalle turned me on to these. Another AGM battery used by big stereo guys, these things seem to have a very high capacity (CCA goes without saying). I wish their website contained more technical info on their products so if interested, you probably have to call.
Google is your friend so this should be enough info to get you started.
The bottom line is guys will buy for the following reasons: price, name recognition, reputation, CCA/HCA, power capacity, technology and conditions in which the batt will be used. Some guys just don't give a crap, which is fine. I say pick your top 3 or 4 concerns and go with the battery that fits that criteria. Having said that, I went with the Odyssey (Sears Platinum Group 65). Not cheap, but the best battery for my needs, in my opinion...and they're just cool! I am getting their marine battery for my boat in a few months.
Complete Battery FAQ - http://www.jgdarden.com/batteryfaq/batbrand.htm
Last edited by StoveTop; 02-02-2010 at 12:02 PM.
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See the Battery FAQ - http://www.jgdarden.com/batteryfaq/batbrand.htm
Last edited by StoveTop; 02-02-2010 at 12:03 PM.