I think my optima might have exploded
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you were using your Warn Powerplant with a red top?? You need to upgrade to a Yellowtop and do not tell Optima you were using it with your powerplant. I had them deny a replacement as they said the red top was not rated for the deep draw that it takes on the battery.
go to their website and it tells you this on the main info page
go to their website and it tells you this on the main info page
I was out wheelin this weekend and could still smell it even with a new battery (red top). Didn't use the winch but did use my PIAA's. HMMM... Something is not right for sure.
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This really concerns me, because you are now the 4th one I've heard commenting on the Yellow top. I specifically asked for the best Optima battery for the powerplant and the PIAA 525 lights. They all said "RED." (at the shop) After the first one blew up, I even told them that I was told that the "YELLOW" was better and they continued to say that, "the Red one is better," and installed another Red one.
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The OPTIMA RedTop
The looks alone generate plenty of buzz. But it's the patented SPIRALCELL® Technology in OPTIMA RedTop batteries that's truly worthy of praise. OPTIMA RedTop batteries are built to withstand the abuse Trucks, SUV's and 4x4's experience on and off-road. SPIRALCELL Technology immobilizes the internal components of the battery, enabling OPTIMA batteries to withstand incredible amounts of vibration.
Vehicles modified for better engine performance demand more from a battery. OPTIMA batteries withstand the high underhood temperatures associated with these Performance vehicles. The sealed cells make the battery spill-proof, even if you install it on its side! This prevents external gassing and leaking which can damage engine components and limit battery performance.
If your battery is used in vehicles that demand extra reliability and performance, or if you just take pride in getting the best performance out of your vehicle, OPTIMA RedTop batteries deliver the performance you demand.
The OPTIMA YellowTop
Demand more from your vehicle? Then get more from your battery. OPTIMA YellowTop batteries are made for the extremes. If you have an extreme vehicle, you expect high performance. Whether your vehicle is made to take the abuse of off-road driving or cranking out decibels, you need more from your battery. OPTIMA batteries with patented SPIRALCELL® Technology deliver that performance. The deep cycle characteristic of this technology coupled with its extreme resistance to vibration provides performance vehicles with the repetitive power they need in a spill-proof package.
If your vehicle has a lot of accessories like running lights, high-performance stereo/AV system, winches, or hydraulics, your vehicle demands more from its battery. OPTIMA YellowTOP batteries provide the extra performance and deep cycling capability that your vehicle demands.
The yellow one for what you need!
The looks alone generate plenty of buzz. But it's the patented SPIRALCELL® Technology in OPTIMA RedTop batteries that's truly worthy of praise. OPTIMA RedTop batteries are built to withstand the abuse Trucks, SUV's and 4x4's experience on and off-road. SPIRALCELL Technology immobilizes the internal components of the battery, enabling OPTIMA batteries to withstand incredible amounts of vibration.
Vehicles modified for better engine performance demand more from a battery. OPTIMA batteries withstand the high underhood temperatures associated with these Performance vehicles. The sealed cells make the battery spill-proof, even if you install it on its side! This prevents external gassing and leaking which can damage engine components and limit battery performance.
If your battery is used in vehicles that demand extra reliability and performance, or if you just take pride in getting the best performance out of your vehicle, OPTIMA RedTop batteries deliver the performance you demand.
The OPTIMA YellowTop
Demand more from your vehicle? Then get more from your battery. OPTIMA YellowTop batteries are made for the extremes. If you have an extreme vehicle, you expect high performance. Whether your vehicle is made to take the abuse of off-road driving or cranking out decibels, you need more from your battery. OPTIMA batteries with patented SPIRALCELL® Technology deliver that performance. The deep cycle characteristic of this technology coupled with its extreme resistance to vibration provides performance vehicles with the repetitive power they need in a spill-proof package.
If your vehicle has a lot of accessories like running lights, high-performance stereo/AV system, winches, or hydraulics, your vehicle demands more from its battery. OPTIMA YellowTOP batteries provide the extra performance and deep cycling capability that your vehicle demands.
The yellow one for what you need!
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I am curious about your leakage. Were you running the vehicle while running the winch when you had your leakage?
The yellow top has about 200 less cca's than the red top. This could be the difference between a frozen morning hard start or walking. After 10 seconds of starter drain the yellow top falls below output of a standard battery.
Don't get me wrong the yellow top is good but I've always run red.
The yellow top has about 200 less cca's than the red top. This could be the difference between a frozen morning hard start or walking. After 10 seconds of starter drain the yellow top falls below output of a standard battery.
Don't get me wrong the yellow top is good but I've always run red.
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I am curious about your leakage. Were you running the vehicle while running the winch when you had your leakage?
The yellow top has about 200 less cca's than the red top. This could be the difference between a frozen morning hard start or walking. After 10 seconds of starter drain the yellow top falls below output of a standard battery.
Don't get me wrong the yellow top is good but I've always run red.
The yellow top has about 200 less cca's than the red top. This could be the difference between a frozen morning hard start or walking. After 10 seconds of starter drain the yellow top falls below output of a standard battery.
Don't get me wrong the yellow top is good but I've always run red.
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Yellow Top and tell your local shops they are crazy.
Read Stu's Offroad regarding Yellow vs Red...
http://www.stu-offroad.com/electrical/elec1/battery.htm
Read Stu's Offroad regarding Yellow vs Red...
http://www.stu-offroad.com/electrical/elec1/battery.htm
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funny thing is...i've seen the Extreme 4x4 show install red tops TWICE on two different vehicles - both with winches. I even sent them an email.
they didn't listen either...
they didn't listen either...