Another Battery thread, oh boy!

[NC Tom]

Folks, I've been looking around this forum and the general webbernet at battery options. I've read here that Interstate are a popular choice and that buying a Group 34 size will fit and will offer more performance.

 

I did look at Optima, but saw too many negative comments to pursue that. I have also read very good things about the Walmart EverStart.

 

https://www.walmart.com/ip/EverStart-Maxx-Lead-Acid-Automotive-Battery-Group-Size-34-12-Volt-800-CCA/16795242?adsRedirect=true

 

I'm eyeballing this one because it checks offs two main boxes. High CCA and decent pricing. Warranty looks solid and the customer reviews are good, for what that's worth. The Interstate version of this battery is 2X higher! Is it going to be 2X better?

 

I've made a decision to routinely visit this forum before making a decision.

 

Thought's and or experiences?

[AnotherOldJeepGuy]

I have been very satisfied with my Napa 7558.

[NC Tom]

4 minutes ago, AnotherOldJeepGuy said:

I have been very satisfied with my Napa 7558.

Thank you, sir. I may be wrong, but I'm thinking that for a Renix Jeep, I should get a crap-ton of cranking amps.

[eaglescout526]

If everything is cleaned with no resistance, one shouldn’t need a lot of cranking amps to turn over an engine. If you need more amps, you probably have a lot of resistance and should have your wiring inspected before something happens. 

[NC Tom]

3 minutes ago, eaglescout526 said:

If everything is cleaned with no resistance, one shouldn’t need a lot of cranking amps to turn over an engine. If you need more amps, you probably have a lot of resistance and should have your wiring inspected before something happens. 

My current battery is dying, so I may be using this example incorrectly. My 88 starts better when I add my jump box in the picture. The extra amperage seems to turn the engine over substantially faster for a quicker start. My REM shows my alt working correctly, but without the jump box, it turns too slow to catch. Is there a minimum CCA I should look for?

[AnotherOldJeepGuy]

I replaced both my positive and negative cables as well.  This doesn't cost much and you can be sure all the current is getting to the starter.

[NC Tom]

Just now, AnotherOldJeepGuy said:

I replaced both my positive and negative cables as well.  This doesn't cost much and you can be sure all the current is getting to the starter.

Good idea.

[ghetdjc320]

The jeepcables kit is a good thing to do “while you’re in there”. I’ve ran optima yellow tops for many years now with no issues. I do suspect there was a bad batch after switching production companies. But my current battery is from 2024 with zero issues. Odyssey is who I run for marine applications and would definitely use them in automotive as well.