Engine Starting Battery
I need to replace my lead acid engine starting battery. Just looking for recommendations on what your choice is for a new lead acid battery. Any advice would be appreciated.
Forum Discussion
Chum lee wrote:
"In general, buy the most expensive name brand nationally available battery you can afford that has the longest unconditional 100% free replacement warranty. Pay less attention to the pro rated portion of the battery warranty, but, it is important."
Theoldwizard1 responded:
"Good advice, but the batteries sold at Sams and Costco pretty much match or beat all major brands."
I guess I wasn't clear enough. IMO, Sam's Club, Costco, WalMart, etc., are what I consider to be "name brand national retailers" so anything they sell could be considered a national brand, just by definition. (consider their sales volume and national distribution network) (important for RVer's because they tend to travel more) Of course, it goes without saying that you should shop for the best price as part of your battery selection/purchase process.
OK, are we done re-splitting previously split hairs or need we go on?
Chum lee
"In general, buy the most expensive name brand nationally available battery you can afford that has the longest unconditional 100% free replacement warranty. Pay less attention to the pro rated portion of the battery warranty, but, it is important."
Theoldwizard1 responded:
"Good advice, but the batteries sold at Sams and Costco pretty much match or beat all major brands."
I guess I wasn't clear enough. IMO, Sam's Club, Costco, WalMart, etc., are what I consider to be "name brand national retailers" so anything they sell could be considered a national brand, just by definition. (consider their sales volume and national distribution network) (important for RVer's because they tend to travel more) Of course, it goes without saying that you should shop for the best price as part of your battery selection/purchase process.
OK, are we done re-splitting previously split hairs or need we go on?
Chum lee
