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JM 35 Sedan · 02-18-2016, 09:07 PM

The last three Optima's that I bought, I ordered from Amazon.com
The 6V Red Tops were ~ $110.00 w/free shipping. I ordered two 12V Optima's recently for our modern vehicles at ~ $150.00 each. I know that's a bit pricey, but considering no maintenance, no acid spilling, extra cranking amps, and hopefully longer life as compared to a quality lead acid battery, I think they will pay for themselves in the long run. JMO, now other folks may have their tales of woe to tell about their experiences.

02-18-2016, 09:07 PM	#7
JM 35 Sedan Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Near Rising Sun, Maryland Posts: 10,858	Re: 1948-1952 truck 12 volt battery choices?... The last three Optima's that I bought, I ordered from Amazon.com The 6V Red Tops were ~ $110.00 w/free shipping. I ordered two 12V Optima's recently for our modern vehicles at ~ $150.00 each. I know that's a bit pricey, but considering no maintenance, no acid spilling, extra cranking amps, and hopefully longer life as compared to a quality lead acid battery, I think they will pay for themselves in the long run. JMO, now other folks may have their tales of woe to tell about their experiences. __________________ *John* *"Never give up on what you really want to do. The person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts". Albert Einstein* Last edited by JM 35 Sedan; 02-18-2016 at 09:26 PM.