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Old Feb 25, 2012 | 11:31 AM
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I bracket race regularly and have observed that battery acid leaks out of the top of the battery unless I keep it underfilled. The batterys have all been oem delco batterys. Yes the top is fully seated. Do any of you have a solution? Different brand? Thanks
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Old Mar 7, 2012 | 08:07 PM
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I bracket race regularly and have observed that battery acid leaks out of the top of the battery unless I keep it underfilled. The batterys have all been oem delco batterys. Yes the top is fully seated. Do any of you have a solution? Different brand? Thanks
Optima Blue Top. Completely sealed and leak proof even upside down.
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Old Mar 7, 2012 | 09:32 PM
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Optima Blue Top. Completely sealed and leak proof even upside down.
Jeff
I went with the YELLOW TOP Group 34 its a perfect fit for my 05 and has enough reserve for me to run the fan & Electric water pump between rounds with the engine OFF.. I've gone 8 rounds in one day and it lasted fine...

I also have a 100 mile drive home so it gets recharged, but I still put it on a battery tender for a few days, so far its been 100% for 3 years !!!
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We have Optimas in everything we own including the race car. No problems and much safer.
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