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Jul 10, 2007 | 03:06 PM

The Six

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NEED new battery

Searched and searched the forums and can't seem to find any overwhelming choice.

Seems people like the Optima Red Top. Is this a good choice?

What have you all replaced the OEM battery with? Which model of Optima Red Top do I need to purchase?

I drive the car daily. Thanks for your responses!!!!!

Jul 10, 2007 | 05:49 PM

perfectlyfrank

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I've been happy with my Exide Orbital.

Jul 10, 2007 | 06:04 PM

BonestockZ06

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Walmart does just fine for me. $57

Jul 10, 2007 | 06:56 PM

TAC

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Originally Posted by The Six

Optima Red Top used to be a no-brainer. There have been many stories of newer ones that don't hold a charge. I'm one of them. I have no parasitic battery loss and my Red Top would give slow cranks after only two weeks without being driven. Yes, I fully charged it prior to using. Search for Optima in here and you'll find some threads. I finally gave in and bought OEM Delco at my Chevy dealer and it's been fine.

Jul 10, 2007 | 06:59 PM

The Six

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Interstate Battery

Thanks for your replies! Has anyone used or is using an Interstate Battery? I checked the product number for the top terminal and it is an MT-86. What do you think about this?

Jul 10, 2007 | 08:42 PM

lbarnard

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I have an interstate in my '71 Vette and it has lasted a long time no problems, I don't see this being an issue for your C5

Jul 10, 2007 | 09:54 PM

Bob CTS

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Interstate lasted a year in the Cadillac, I might get flamed but I swear by the Walmart battery (think it is an everstart) I have one in the truck six years, and one in the car five years, I just can not bring myself to pay big bucks for a battery.

Jul 11, 2007 | 01:12 AM

striper

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Originally Posted by rspreng86

A while back, Consumers' Report had an issue on batteries and the Walmart battery was rated very highly, one of the best for the money. Personally, I have two Optimas for different autos and both have been fine. I hope I don't regret saying this, but one is in its second Vette and at 7 years old is still working great.

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Jul 11, 2007 | 01:31 AM

TheDVS1

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Exide Orbital is my new fave.

Jul 11, 2007 | 01:41 AM

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mark896

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Never, ever had a problem with Autozone's marquis, the Duralast. They come with 7 year warranties and I've had them in every vehicle I've owned since 16. Cheap too.

Jul 11, 2007 | 02:40 AM

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TheDVS1

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Originally Posted by mark896

Never, ever had a problem with Autozone's marquis, the Duralast. They come with 7 year warranties and I've had them in every vehicle I've owned since 16. Cheap too.

Probably made by Interstate or Exide. I believe there's really only about 2 major manufacturers, other than Optima and some boutique brands.

Jul 11, 2007 | 08:54 AM

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mark896

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Hmm.. Makes sense.

Jul 11, 2007 | 09:08 AM

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RussBt

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Pretty much any battery will be fine, there is no need for an Optima in this car. Some Optimas are a good choice if your run a lot of high powered accessories, like a huge stereo or a lot of lights.

I'd check for a sale at Sears, Pepboys, or Autozone.

Jul 11, 2007 | 09:19 AM

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IMXCITD

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I've had an Optima now for over a year ...and it's been great!

Jul 11, 2007 | 10:24 AM

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Moe Z

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I have been using an Interstate wiht no problems at all. I have a friend that has an Optima red top and he has not had any problems at all.

Jul 11, 2007 | 12:28 PM

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The Six

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Battery #'s

Thanks for all of your responses! I think I found the part number for the Interstate top post. Is it MT-86? Also, I've seen some different part numbers for the Optima Red Top battery. Some list a 75/35. What does this mean??? AND, is this the correct # for the c5?