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Old Oct 28, 2008 | 05:46 PM
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700 amps?

So just had to replace both batteries and i was looking in the book for which one to get for my truck. It said 65S or whatever...well above 32 crank AMP is 850 and below is 700...Will 700 be enough to cold crank? I live in texas it doesnt get to much below 32 very often
 
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Old Oct 28, 2008 | 10:43 PM
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It's plenty. 65 is the group number. What brand/model did you get?
 
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 05:47 AM
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bigger is always better (if the price is close)
 
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 07:33 AM
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i got everlast....im kinda on a college budget so i was just hoping they will get me by
 
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 07:48 AM
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I just replaced both of mine with Duralast (I think, from Autozone). The stockers were 700 these are 975. Had to put a new battery in the camper too. Must be my month for batteries.
 
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 08:04 AM
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Autozone Duralast 750/950 for $79 dollars ea.
 
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 09:24 AM
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Is anyone using Optima batteries? i was thinking of using them when i go to replace mine
 
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 01:51 PM
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Is anyone using Optima batteries? i was thinking of using them when i go to replace mine

Save your $ and get Bosch Batteries. They are half the price and have more amps, longer reserve capacity, and far greater warranty. They sell them at Pep Boys.
 
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Save your $ and get Bosch Batteries. They are half the price and have more amps, longer reserve capacity, and far greater warranty. They sell them at Pep Boys.
I've never been a fan of bosch's I've always had bad luck with them. They do have a good warranty though.

I stick it the interstates. They are warranty'd for 3 years and pro rated for 5 I believe.

I would avoid the neverstarts. If at all possible.
 
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these came with a 3 year warranty so i figured if they fail ill go get some brand new ones!
 
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