There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

[LubeDude]

We have had three of the NAPA Exide Optima style batterys fail in about the last 6 months, all of them less than a year old. The Battery exchange where I have them tested said that the Exide batterys are probably the worst batterys they get in. Two in boats, and one in a Porsche. Nothing but Optimas from now on. Well, Money is no object you know. We have had Optimas last anywhere from 8-10 years. Actually the Optima that is in the Elcamino is one we replaced just because, and it is 7 years old or so. It is still working great.

 

[crab bait]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

i guess my 2 brandname 'OPTIMA's was made by 'Excide',then i guess..

 

[LubeDude]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

Originally posted by crab bait:<br /> i guess my 2 brandname 'OPTIMA's was made by 'Excide',then i guess..

I dont understand what you are saying.

 

[dolluper]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

He thought the producer of Optima battery's was Exide" Optima Trade Mark"<br />www.dcbattery.com/optima2.html/

 

[crab bait]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

the 2 worst batterys i ever had.. cause of no vents,, charging voltage window is to narrow for regular charging apporati.. <br /><br />in other words optima vaccums..

 

[Sea Six]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

Funny you should say that. Car people seem to love Optimas, and boat people hate them. I've always used a good lead acid battery and kept it on a battery tender, it lasts just as long as the big buck batteries for half the price.

 

[DJ]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

The Optima does seem to have a low tolerance for large charging voltage swings. Like some boats seems to do.<br /><br />They work very well in severe service automotive applications.

 

[imstillatwork]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

Best car battery I have ever had. 20 degrees for a week of no use in portland, or and perfect starts. never had a problem with an optima - never used an uptima deep cycle.

 

[speedwrench]

Re: There really is a difference in Optima type batterys.

First Optima lasted 3 months, warranty replacement was much better, it lasted almost 4 1/2 months.<br />Both times bailed out by 3+ year old Auto Zone $29.95 spare. Can you say overpriced and under performing?<br /><br />Dave