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Old 01-08-2012, 08:05 PM
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Im in need of a new battery, was looking at the yellow top optimas but read somewhere that they aren't as good as they use to be. Im still running on the original with 650CCA but i think i need something with more juice as i have problems starting on really cold days and when i leave it sitting for a day or two. Any suggestions?

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I have had no problems with Duralast Gold tops from Autozone. I have it on both my vehicles with no issues starting in the cold.
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I completely swear by Motorcraft batteries. I put the diesel battery in my 95 XLT for more power. I would see what is available from the parts dept at your local dealer. They also last considerably longer than any other batteries I have used.
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i went with interstate after my original 04 batter was going out.
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Originally Posted by flamehead16
i went with interstate after my original 04 batter was going out.
i was looking at interstate but when i did a part search the one that came up only had 550CCA ill try stopping by a shop and check
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Originally Posted by joonuge
i was looking at interstate but when i did a part search the one that came up only had 550CCA ill try stopping by a shop and check
i got the 650 one i think. its all they have in stock here in OK, cause i dont need the 850cc cause it barley gets cold enough here.
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Sears Platinum best Battery best warranty I've bought one for every vehicle I've owned, any probs take it back after 2 years get a new one no questions asked
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Originally Posted by anumowt
Sears Platinum best Battery best warranty I've bought one for every vehicle I've owned, any probs take it back after 2 years get a new one no questions asked
I trust them in my truck in ND
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Optima little more expensive but the best battery I've ever bought
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I always stuck with motorcraft batteries! My friend swears by interstate,thats all he runs in his plow and landscaping trucks.



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