Good Morning:
We have had an Optima red top in our 1964 SC Cab since we bought the car in 2007, and it has been excellent, but it now has gone to its final reward (won't take a charge). I have noted some old (2010) negative comments, when apparently they were made in Mexico.
We live in the Denver area -- any comments or suggestions would be appreciated.
Air-cooled forever,
Phil Shuey
Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
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Re: Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
I'm on my 2nd Optima battery with no issues. My first lasted 10 years and I still use it as a test battery. This battery is going on at least 5 years.
Mike
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Re: Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
Thanks very much, Mike! It is very helpful....think we will stay with a Red Top Optima.
Phil
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Re: Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
I have 6v Optimas in my three 356's. Had them for years. No issues.
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Re: Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
I might add I also have a 12V Optima in my 2005 Toyota Tacoma. No problems.
Mike
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Re: Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
I'm with you Mike. 6 volt Redtop in the 356C, 12 volt Redtops in the 2004 Lexus and 2013 Tacoma. No problems.
I suspect that, at some point, Optima may have had some quality control issues, but they seem to have been rectified.
I suspect that, at some point, Optima may have had some quality control issues, but they seem to have been rectified.
Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.....
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Re: Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
My local Tractor Supply is now stocking 6V Optima. Had a 10% off coupon so bought one for Foam Car.
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Re: Replacement Battery for our '64 SC Cab
I'm on my second Tractor Supply 6-volt. I have noticed however that Rural King also sells them for about $45.00.
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