alternator and optiuma batt

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kylebal

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Discussion starter · #1 · Oct 30, 2005

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which optuma batt

which optuma batt should i go with the red or yellow top which one is better with proformance
thanx guys

 

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#2 · Oct 30, 2005

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I have the red top works fine but need to modify the battery cover for it to fit .

 

213slayer666

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#3 · Oct 30, 2005

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i've got a red top too, works great. had the radio cranked for about 3 hours with a 800w amp and teh car started right up, had it though 2 wisconsin winters with no problem starting in the cold either

 

goinloco1

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#4 · Oct 30, 2005

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red top here too.
you can get a smaller bodied optima red too. just ask the parts store for a honda (quick, slap me...i said the h word...) group size. it will fit under the battery cover with no mods and is the same cca and stuff

 

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#5 · Nov 1, 2005

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Red top is for normal vehicles. Yellow top is for people with a large electrical draw (big system, lots of lights, etc.). Red is cheaper. I'd get the red.

 

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#6 · Nov 2, 2005

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I checked out the specs for the red top Optimas. I didn't see any smaller Red Top Optimas that will fit the Focus without having to modify the cover.

 

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#7 · Nov 2, 2005

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Any chance of a part number ?
Especially the one mentioned for a Honda that would fit without modding the battery cover.
Is it for a civic, accord,etc?
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#8 · Nov 4, 2005

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i didnt know there was a differace between the too.. i was jus wondering y the yellow was more than the red.. i guess i know why..

 

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#9 · Nov 4, 2005

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The Red top is for starting the vehicle. The Yellow SHOULD NOT be used to start the car. Optima even says using the Yellow as a starter will void the warranty. Yellow are only to be used as secondary batteries for audio, hydraulics, etc.

 

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#10 · Nov 10, 2005

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^^Interesting since on Optima's website they state that the yellow top is dual purpose for starting and deep cycling.

OPTIMA YellowTop Benefits

Dual Purpose starting and deep cycling.
Lasts up to 2 times longer than other batteries.
Constant performance quality keeping your battery running at the same level even as it's being discharged.
More power in the initial 1, 3, 5, and 10 seconds of the starting process than comparably rated conventional lead acid batteries.
Ideal for seasonal use, fully charged, it can sit unused for up to 12 months at room temperature (or below) and still start a car.
15 times more resistant to vibration than other batteries.
Nonspillable and can mount in almost any position.


http://www.optimabatteries.com/publish/optima/americas0/en/config/product_info/automotive/deep_cycle.html

 

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#11 · Nov 10, 2005

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Well we had a customer try returning one. We called Optima and they said since it was used as a starter battery that they wouldn't cover it.... maybe I got an idiot customer service rep.

 

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#12 · Nov 10, 2005

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yellow top here awesome!!

 

CrazyMatt

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#13 · Nov 10, 2005

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i have to get one of these before my install...

 

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kylebal

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Discussion starter · #14 · Nov 15, 2005

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what optiuma battery is better

i was woundering which optiuma battery would be better for proformance red or yellow top

 

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#15 · Nov 15, 2005

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I have a very nice Batt box that bolts into the stock Batt box bolt holes and the stock Batt wires will work

Tom

 

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#16 · Nov 15, 2005

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Moved to "Ford Focus Technical Chat"...

Red top is for daily starting duties.
Yellow top is a deep cycle battery which would be better for I.C.E. type applications.
Tech specs-RED
Tech specs-YELLOW

Notice, the red top has more CCA (Cold Cranking Amps), but the yellow top has more reserve capacity.

 

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#17 · Nov 15, 2005

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red=performance
yellow=stereo
I believe I read somewhere that the yellow top is not to be used to start the car, if it is than its warranty is voided.

 

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#18 · Nov 15, 2005

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Optima calls the yellow top a dual purpose battery and specifically says it is designed for starting as well as has a high reserve capacity (what you need for electrical components be it a sound system, high intnsity lighting, etc.).

 

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#19 · Nov 15, 2005

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^^^It also says for the yellow top^^^
In this link...>>>Clicky...Sports Compact Power. [confused]
And there's a picture of...cough cough...a Honda.

 

CrazyMatt

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#20 · Nov 15, 2005

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I'm definitely getting myself a yellow top......

*looks over my GLOW and future I.C.E. plans*

Yep. GOnna need it.