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Old 10-17-2016, 11:07 AM
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Needs a new battery. Besides Optima and Diehard Platinum (don't want and can't get), what Battery do you suggest?
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Originally Posted by tnt008
Needs a new battery. Besides Optima and Diehard Platinum (don't want and can't get), what Battery do you suggest?
Recommend Interstate highly, whether you get a regular or AGM. Have been very pleased with the Interstate 48/H6 MT5 AGM that was installed last year. Have owned many Red and Yellow Top Optimas, no longer a fan.
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I am a big fan of Exide edge AGM. Had an Exide orbital in my YJ that lasted 10yrs, new one isn't spiral wound but has been great since I put it in. purchased on amazon.

side note, put sears Die Hard gold AGM in my sliverado 2500HD with no problems.
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Odyssey Batteries . 34-78 / PC1500 DT .
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I just recently replaced mine for an AutoCraft Platinum AGM from Advanced Auto H7. AutoCraft Platinum AGM Battery, Group Size H7, 850 CCA H7-AGM: Advance Auto Parts


You can look online and find a $50 off code and pick up in store. I'm digging the specs. There's a little spacer in the battery tray you remove and it's snug as a bug.
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Originally Posted by un lupis
Odyssey Batteries . 34-78 / PC1500 DT .
Agreed, what he said ^
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I say don't over think it unless you are an overlander type. Couple of years ago I put in the best battery Walmart sells. Costs like $120. Works like a charm. I think it has 3yr full replacement warranty. I've successfully used Walmart batteries in many vehicles over the last 10+ years and they've all performed well and lasted a long time.

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Another vote for Odyssey here. Even better with the Genesis tray....

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Originally Posted by DJ1
Another vote for Odyssey here. Even better with the Genesis tray.... <img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=659178"/> <img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=659179"/>
Another vote for odyssey. I have the dual genesis setup and it is great
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Originally Posted by coolhand129
Another vote for odyssey. I have the dual genesis setup and it is great
the OP never stated anything about his battery requirements. How much does this dual odyssey set up cost? If the OP just needs a battery for typical use, is it worth the cost premium compared to a $120 battery from Walmart? Probably a low percentage of users that require anything more substantial than a standard battery.


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