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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 11:27 AM
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Which replacement batteries?

Well, after only 2.5 yrs. one of my batteries has taken a crap. Everyone sya if you replace one, replace both. Dealership wants $150/ EACH!!! So, what batteries are ya'll using as replacements? I like the idea of getting them from Walmart 'cause of the 3 yr. full replacement. Also I go camping & hunting far from big cities & there is always a Walmart around the corner. Anybody use Walmart batteries? TIA
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 11:55 AM
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Always used them in my boat with no problems.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 12:07 PM
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I like Duralast so far in my car, and would try in my truck in a heartbeat. About 1/2 the price of the *********** batteries.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 08:18 PM
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batteries

I used Walmart batteries on my 89,easy to find one when replacement needed.
Had that truck 14 years, replaced the battery a few times.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 08:37 PM
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NAPA batteries do great for me, they will go in my truck when the stockers die.
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Old Aug 21, 2008 | 11:38 PM
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Odyssy, more CCA power and 1700 peak CCA's longer lasting and no catastrophic failures. You get notified when they need replacing.
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Old Aug 22, 2008 | 05:30 AM
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Originally Posted by austin1972
I like Duralast so far in my car, and would try in my truck in a heartbeat. About 1/2 the price of the *********** batteries.
DITTO on the Duralast, use in my car and my previous Powerjoke. I used the Duralast Gold from Auto Zone at I believe around $80 a piece. Good warranty and superb battery. IMHO.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 02:30 PM
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Optimas, a lil pricey but they last forever
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 04:30 PM
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I have had very bad experience with Wal-Mart batteries.

Replaced 4 in 3 years in my old truck. My brother and father have also found bad luck with the Wal-Mart brand batteries.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 04:55 PM
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Originally Posted by mrblond
Odyssy, more CCA power and 1700 peak CCA's longer lasting and no catastrophic failures. You get notified when they need replacing.
I won't need batteries for awhile, but Odyssey's are going in when the time comes.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 07:57 PM
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I guess I'm lucky, cause my '03 is still starting like a champ on the 2 factory batteries.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 07:59 PM
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I've heard that Wal-mart batteries are reconditioned and have also heard of many people having problems with them in short periods of time. I wouldn't hesitate on them for some things but I want something reliable in my truck. Just an opinion.
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 08:03 PM
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I've got another Lucky 03 w/ 133K and still cranking every time!
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 10:22 PM
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I have two red top optimas with 800 CCA each they where in my old truck would I have any problem putting these in my new truck?
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Old Aug 23, 2008 | 10:34 PM
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I've had good luck with Walmart batteries. -36C and the old girl fires right up. Its not happy, but she starts...
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