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May 28, 2008 | 08:03 AM

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xtrford

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What replacement battery?

I don't know if I want to go with a Motorcraft battery again, I have never tried anything else other than oem batteries. What are some good quality aftermarket brands that y'all use?

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May 28, 2008 | 01:16 PM

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I always seem to hear about people not having good luck with aftermarket batteries. The problem seems to be with the warranties (or lack there of). The best thing about the OE batteries are the warranties. 84 month roadside assistance.

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May 28, 2008 | 01:18 PM

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I always seem to hear about people not having good luck with aftermarket batteries. The problem seems to be with the warranties (or lack there of). The best thing about the OE batteries are the warranties. 84 month roadside assistance.

YOU STILL USING MY PICTURE IN YOUR AVATAR!

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May 28, 2008 | 01:26 PM

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I like NAPA Gold batteries also optima red tops are good but VERY pricey.

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May 28, 2008 | 01:36 PM

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I like NAPA Gold batteries also optima red tops are good but VERY pricey.

I don't mind spending some $$$ on a product i know is good quality....I just don't know what is good for aftermarket because you hear about the Diehards and such, but I have a friend who had a bad experience from one.

Does the Napa fit to stock?

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May 28, 2008 | 04:03 PM

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Stick with Motorcraft.

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May 28, 2008 | 04:18 PM

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Stick with Motorcraft.

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May 28, 2008 | 04:27 PM

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The Optima battery is stupid expensive, so that eliminates that one. Motorcraft is $140....sounds a bit high to me?

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May 28, 2008 | 05:04 PM

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I bought the Interstate Megatron Plus or whatever their top of the line battery is.....
didn't know MC offered roadside assistance.

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May 28, 2008 | 05:30 PM

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The Optima battery is stupid expensive, so that eliminates that one. Motorcraft is $140....sounds a bit high to me?

WHAT!

BXT65750 list is $109.95

BXT65650 list is $99.95

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May 28, 2008 | 05:34 PM

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WHAT!

BXT65750 list is $109.95

BXT65650 list is $99.95

ED

That is what happens when you live in Canada.

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May 28, 2008 | 05:47 PM

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That is what happens when you live in Canada.

WELL COME ON DOWN! I'LL HOOK YOU UP!

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May 28, 2008 | 05:52 PM

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The Optima battery is stupid expensive, so that eliminates that one. Motorcraft is $140....sounds a bit high to me?

Optima Red Top (800cca) for $170. I'll pay $30 more for sealed gel that doesn't need water and will never leak. In fact, I just bought 2 for mine.

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May 28, 2008 | 06:11 PM

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I bought the Interstate Megatron Plus or whatever their top of the line battery is.....
didn't know MC offered roadside assistance.

oh yeah, $115 out the door. 1000 cranking amps. 850 CCA....which i will never need.
Interstate Batteries - Every Battery for Every Need

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May 28, 2008 | 06:23 PM

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i have a interstate battery and is is a good to me so far and i have had it 3 years. (knock on wood)

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