Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top
Burning Brakes
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From: Charlotte NC
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (got2bblu)
Can anyone explain the difference between the red top and yellow top batteries. Who would have the best prices for these batteries? Thanks.
Melting Slicks
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From: Rockaway, NJ
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (Fang S-289)
Can anyone explain the difference between the red top and yellow top batteries. Who would have the best prices for these batteries? Thanks.
The yellow top batteries are designed for deep cycle applications such as marine use. The red top is what you'll need for the car. I have the red tops in both the 95 & 98. Outstanding quality and function. I bought the one in the 95 at Batteries Plus, and the other one at Interstate Batteries. Both were list price with no discount. I have seen them in one Costco store, but not in several others. If you can find a Costco that sells them, that would be the best price I know of.
The yellow top batteries are designed for deep cycle applications such as marine use. The red top is what you'll need for the car. I have the red tops in both the 95 & 98. Outstanding quality and function. I bought the one in the 95 at Batteries Plus, and the other one at Interstate Batteries. Both were list price with no discount. I have seen them in one Costco store, but not in several others. If you can find a Costco that sells them, that would be the best price I know of.
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2000
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From: NY NY
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (Driller)
Great comparision by shockwave. Those were exactly the reasons I went for the yellow top. Ordered mine from LAPD here in the forum mall, check them out for good $ inclucing shipping so there is no tax & great customer service, give shawn a call.
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Drifting
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From: Homewood Il
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (PJW001)
Ordered mine from LAPD here in the forum mall, check them out for good $ inclucing shipping so there is no tax & great customer service, give shawn a call.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Jackson MI
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (got2bblu)
Yellow tops weighs more than the Red's and the Red's weigh more than both stock batteries from the 79-00 and the 01 and 02's. Deep cycle batteries are designed for things like trolling motors where you deplete the battery frequently. Car batteries should rarely get totally discharged. Either way, be sure to get the cover in your choice of colors. So even Yellow Vettes can have a red top battery with a yellow cover. :smash: :yesnod: :lol: :seeya
Pro
Joined: Apr 2001
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From: Scottsdale AZ
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (PJW001)
We have had the yellow top for almost two years. Ordered it from LAPD, no issues!
Would go with the Red Top if I ordered today and save the $20 or so.
Would go with the Red Top if I ordered today and save the $20 or so.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jul 2000
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From: Joplin MO
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (PJW001)
Great comparision by shockwave. Those were exactly the reasons I went for the yellow top. Ordered mine from LAPD here in the forum mall, check them out for good $ inclucing shipping so there is no tax & great customer service, give shawn a call.
I went with the yellow top b/c I am installing a full aftermarket stereo and wanted the extra security that the yellow top provides. :yesnod:
Melting Slicks
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From: Gilbert, AZ, USA
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (mrkln)
My personal stance (I've held it since the beginning) is Yellow Top in cars, period. The Red's only advantage over Yellow is more cranking amps, useful in very cold weather, or cranking large diesels, etc. Both Red and Yellow ALREADY have more CCA than the stock battery, so starting is not a concern. The Yellow outdoes the Red in every other aspect, it lasts longer, and can be allowed to discharge far more times without permanent damage. I'd always pony up the little bit of extra and get the Yellow. LAPD has the best prices of anywhere I've found on it.
Blue top is identical to the Yellow, except with an extra set of bolt posts on top.
Sam
Blue top is identical to the Yellow, except with an extra set of bolt posts on top.
Sam
Intermediate
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From: Centreville VA
Re: Optima red top vs. Optima yellow top (got2bblu)
Just got my Red Top from LAPD last week. $110 total. Received the battery in less than 24 hrs from Cali to my doorstep in Northern VA. WOW LAPD :cheers:
