It just so happens I an in need of a new battery as well. After 4.5 years
of performance, the original type, over priced, tar-top battery seems to
have given out.
The November 2008 issue of Consumer Reports rates batteries.
Group 65:
No. 1: DieHard Platinum 50065 (AGM type), $180, 930 CCA
No. 3: Kirkland Signature 12866, $75, (Costco), 875 CCA
No. 6: Everstart Maxx-65N, $75, (Walmart) 850 CCA
Group 35/78 and 78:
No. 1: DieHard Platinum 50090 (AGM type), $180, 880 CCA
No. 2: Optima RedTop SC340 (AGM type), $150, 800 CCA.
No. 3: Deka Intimidator 9A78D (AGM type), $180, 750 CCA
No. 5: NAPA Select 84 34/78, $82, 800 CCA
No. 6: Autocraft Titanium 34/78-4 $83 (Advance Auto Parts), 800 CCA
No. 8: Orbital Exide Select ORB78DT-84 (AGM type), $172, 770 CCA
Group 24/24F:
No. 1: Interstate Mega-Tron PlusMTP-24, $101, 800 CCA
No. 2: Everstart Maxx-24N, $75 (Walmart), 700 CCA
Since the 3000s battery is in the trunk, I like the idea of the AGM type
batteries due to their completely sealed cases and the fibrous glass
material which absorbs the liquid electrolyte. This means nothing can leak
out in the event of a cracked battery, such as might happen in a rear end
collision. However, as Gary and Pete pointed out, I don't like the idea of
paying twice as much money for a battery that has the same cold cranking
amps (CCA) and similar warranty period
Ron
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