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Old Mar 31, 2018 | 10:04 PM
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I have been using them in my Corvette's for years, without single failure or problem with them.
In fact have one my C6, and wife's car.
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Old Mar 31, 2018 | 10:23 PM
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So what is the Walmart warranty?
My ACDelco has a 42 month, free replacement with 770 CCA.- 48PG
AGM batteries do recover faster for frequent starts, but don't think they actually last any longer on the average than standard battery.


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Old Mar 31, 2018 | 10:52 PM
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did some comparsion shopping recently and on avg my shop sells/installs delco oe batteries for less or same price than walmart and AAA
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Old Mar 31, 2018 | 11:05 PM
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Originally Posted by VETJAZZ
Don't see why not! I had a couple in my C5 with no issues.

i have one in my C5 and no issues
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by 6spdg37s
did some comparsion shopping recently and on avg my shop sells/installs delco oe batteries for less or same price than walmart and AAA
Is your "shop" a GM dealer or an independent Delco retailer? I can't find one near me that is competitive with Walmart or Sam's. I may make a visit in person to see if they offer an senior or military discount. I would prefer to say with Delco but also would like an AGM. Does Delco sell a compatible AGM battery for the C7?
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by rmorin1249
Is your "shop" a GM dealer or an independent Delco retailer? I can't find one near me that is competitive with Walmart or Sam's. I may make a visit in person to see if they offer an senior or military discount. I would prefer to say with Delco but also would like an AGM. Does Delco sell a compatible AGM battery for the C7?
no private shop, ac delco / national part supply retailer.

I can look it up and let u know... not sure if i remember my password so i might have to check tomorrow for you
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 12:35 PM
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Thanks, 6spdg37s.
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 12:36 PM
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Thanks, 6spdg37s.
just sent u a PM
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I've not replaced the battery in my 2015 C7 yet, but have purchased 2 replacement batteries thus far, for my Porsche, at Walmart. Last I knew there are only two battery manufacturers in the US, so it doesn't make much difference where you buy, when you're doing your own installation. Battery prices have gone up--the first replacement battery I purchased for my Porsche in 2011, cost $58. When I replaced that one last Fall, the new one was quite a bit more but still less than any other alternatives in my area (and I'm not real keen about driving around with batteries, all around the DFW metroplex).
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 01:57 PM
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I avoid Walmart as much as possible. That is one store I hate shopping at.. So.... There is no way I'm buying a battery for my Corvette or any other vehicle I own from that place. I can't wait for Walmart to somehow go bankrupt.

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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 02:17 PM
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There are two manufacturer items I always stick with when replacing. The battery and windshield wiper blades. Just from my experience those OEM parts last longer and better.
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 03:08 PM
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deka makes a real solid battery too !
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 04:00 PM
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Do they make it or is it also made by Johnson Controls? Anyone know who makes the Duracell sold at Sam's? Also who makes them for ACDelco?
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Originally Posted by rmorin1249
Do they make it or is it also made by Johnson Controls? Anyone know who makes the Duracell sold at Sam's? Also who makes them for ACDelco?
east penn manufacturing makes them i think
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 05:11 PM
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Go to any battery plant, you'll see a dozen labels coming off the line. The rating is the key to any battery. The brand name not so much.
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Old Apr 1, 2018 | 05:27 PM
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Excellent advice. Just hope the specs are factual.
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Originally Posted by 3 Z06ZR1
No reason not too! THEY ARE LIKE ALL BATTERIES. likely MADE BY THE SAME OUTFIT.
With the right rating on the battery, the Wal-Mart one will work just fine.
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Do you have to wear sweat pants and a pajama top to buy the Walmart battery?
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Old Apr 3, 2018 | 01:27 PM
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Originally Posted by hpovs9
Do you have to wear sweat pants and a pajama top to buy the Walmart battery?
Shirtless with a tooth pick in my mouth and that usually get's me a discount

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Old Apr 4, 2018 | 09:48 AM
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I was surprised to see that Menards sells ACDelco batteries...they sell the 36 mo battery for $109.
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