Need new battery, What to get?

88wildrunner · 03-31-2008, 07:09 PM

i searched but didnt realy find what i was looking for, im sure this has been discused before though

i need a new battery for my 88 runner, i currently have an intersate which is dead and wont hold a charge.

i would like to get a new one that will handle more since i have subwoofers, off road lights and am looking into getting a winch in a few months.

what would you guys recomend, another interstate or maybe an optima?

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Aaronn · 03-31-2008, 07:10 PM

Optima from Costco

Tdubbs05 · 03-31-2008, 07:11 PM

optima for sure. for subs your gonna want a yellow top.

88wildrunner · 03-31-2008, 07:24 PM

will the optima's fit in the stock location?

Aaronn · 03-31-2008, 09:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 88wildrunner

will the optima's fit in the stock location?

yes but they're a little lower

Keith B. · 03-31-2008, 10:00 PM

Optima yellow(add 1" spacer at the bottom--I used a 1" thick piece of plexiglas) or if you're relatively rich, maybe get an Odyssey battery...claims to be BOTH a starting AND deep-cycle batt in one, but seems to cost about $270!

Spence1016 · 03-31-2008, 10:16 PM

i love my optima yellowtop. ive got two twelves and it powers them perfectly. i accidentally left my 100w kc lights on while i was in the gym for 2 hours the other day and it fired up like it always does

ETRNL · 03-31-2008, 10:18 PM

Exide Orbital FTW!! you will have to mount it on it side but who cares? Its a gell cell. Did i mention it has 1017 CCA?

didnt see the subs/lights/winch part go a head and spem 30 bucks at your local stereo shop and do the big 3 upgrade as well..

**rocket** · 03-31-2008, 10:46 PM

Diehard Platinum...there the same battery as an Odyssey.

machabees · 03-31-2008, 10:52 PM

I love my Optima. It's like the thing just won't die. GF leaves lights on cause I removed stupid beeper. It's fine. car sits for a month it's fine. doesn't matter what happens that battery handles it.

Brenjen · 04-01-2008, 06:20 AM

I recommend an Odyssey.

MMA_Alex · 04-01-2008, 07:00 AM

diehards are crap. yellow top if you wanna run all that stuff. if you're just looking for a decent regular use batt i'd recommend an everstart maxx(walmart) they're way cheaper than most brands (like $60ish depending on group size) and they actually got top ratings from consumer reports recently in a number of group sizes.

DCYota · 04-01-2008, 11:52 AM

For those that got their Optimas at Costco, what group size did you select?....there are a ton at my local Costco, but they're little booklet next to the battery rack doesn't list Optimas as a fit for our trucks (I have an 88 pickup). I know they'll work, but just wondered what group size is the best fit from Costco.

Thanks!

TOYOTA 1 · 04-01-2008, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MMA_Alex

diehards are crap. yellow top if you wanna run all that stuff. if you're just looking for a decent regular use batt i'd recommend an everstart maxx(walmart) they're way cheaper than most brands (like $60ish depending on group size) and they actually got top ratings from consumer reports recently in a number of group sizes.

everstarts are junk imo. i call them neverstarts! optima pwns all batteries!

runethechamp · 04-01-2008, 12:10 PM

How much is an optima anyway? I just got a new one from the dealer last time I needed one. Less than $100 and a 6 or 8 year warranty or something like that. It also sat in my driveway for 8 months while I was doing my engine rebuild, and when I went to start the engine for the first time, I had enough juice for a couple of 20-30 second turns with the coil disconnected, and plenty for the start after that.

MMA_Alex · 04-01-2008, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TOYOTA 1

everstarts are junk imo. i call them neverstarts! optima pwns all batteries!

they got top ratings from consumer reports, and i havent had any issues with mine. my previous batt was a diehard, and let me tell you, what a piece of crap.

I wasnt really interested in shelling out that much for an optima after all the horror stories i've read about them dieing after only a year or two...

Noltz · 04-01-2008, 04:04 PM

I run an Interstate ... no problems and it's abused. I'll still switch to a pair of Optima's when I do the dual conversion.

88wildrunner · 04-01-2008, 05:28 PM

the costco round here has the 75/25 group one with ca910 and cca 720 for $129 sounds like a pretty good deal

and trucksmart has the larger one with 800cca and 100ca for $179

is there much of a difference in the two, also the larger one has 10 more minutes of reserve time thats not much more.

which size did you guys get from costco?

dewitt88 · 04-01-2008, 05:31 PM

Get the yellow top, the red tops are known for going out. They usually last around a year and then go out. A yellow top will get you much farther than the red or blue.

88wildrunner · 04-01-2008, 05:58 PM

i dont want to spend the extra money on a yellow or blue top i would rather upgrade the alternator. then get a yellow or blue top

bigarms23 · 04-01-2008, 06:51 PM

spend the money on the yellow top it has enough charge for offroad lights,winch,and powerful sterio system

88wildrunner · 04-01-2008, 09:22 PM

how much have you guys paid for your yellow tops. 4wheelparts lists it for $179 is that an average price for them or do they get cheaper?

Toyvana · 04-01-2008, 10:07 PM

I'm running Optima Red Tops on both of my vehicles without any problems for the last couple years.

$179 sounds average but if you keep shopping around you may find a Yellow Top cheaper somewhere. I think 4WPW also has a price match for so many weeks if you do find it cheaper somewhere else after you buy from them.

speltwrong · 04-02-2008, 05:04 AM

This one is easy...Ive had the same Optima Red Top in my 99 for about 3 years and over 120,000 miles. I have a 700watt and and 1 12". I have some rock lights but nothing else to write home about. I have left my lights on...I have left my stereo playing at parties...its come loose from the hold down on a couple of trips. It has handled so much abuse and I have had no issues. I will never own another type of battery. I put one in my wife's 03 Runner.

Brenjen · 04-02-2008, 06:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 88wildrunner

how much have you guys paid for your yellow tops. 4wheelparts lists it for $179 is that an average price for them or do they get cheaper?

My Odyssey was less than that & as everyone knows Odyssey is the king of the battery world, not the failure prone Optima.

03-31-2008, 07:10 PM	#2 (permalink)
Aaronn Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Santa Margarita,CA Posts: 82	Optima from Costco __________________ GM single wire alternator brackets click here www.tinbenders.org

03-31-2008, 07:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
Tdubbs05 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Los Altos, CA (Flagstaff, AZ for college) Posts: 338	optima for sure. for subs your gonna want a yellow top. __________________ Tim ___________________________________________ 1994 4Runner \| 3.slow Auto \| 265/75/16 Nitto Terra Grappler's \| Bilsteins \| Downey HD Kit \| ARB Bumper \| Warn M8000 \| 2 Lightforce 170's on the ARB \| Roof Rack w/ Checker HID's \|

03-31-2008, 07:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
88wildrunner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Meadow Vista, CA Posts: 292	will the optima's fit in the stock location? __________________ I hate Thieves, especially the kind that steal 4runners MY 4RUNNER BUILD http://www.yotatech.com/f115/88wildrunner-build-125357/

03-31-2008, 10:00 PM	#6 (permalink)
Keith B. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 153	Optima yellow(add 1" spacer at the bottom--I used a 1" thick piece of plexiglas) or if you're relatively rich, maybe get an Odyssey battery...claims to be BOTH a starting AND deep-cycle batt in one, but seems to cost about $270! __________________ -KB- '91 22RE Reg Cab, 4.56 w/31's, W56, BudBuilt Crossmember, Bilsteins, shell, TJM Channel bumper, otherwise stock. Engine rebuilt... Now not leaking anything.

03-31-2008, 10:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
Spence1016 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Ft.Lauderdale, FL Posts: 351	i love my optima yellowtop. ive got two twelves and it powers them perfectly. i accidentally left my 100w kc lights on while i was in the gym for 2 hours the other day and it fired up like it always does __________________ 2000 4Runner Limited V6 Auto... 2wd =[[[ Sony GT510 head unit, Kenwood 1700 watt max mono amp, Two 12 inch Polk Subs in ported box, 3 farad capacitor, neons in front footwells Foglights on bottom of rear bumper Optima Yellowtop, Kc daylighters on front bumper Vortex muffler and Trueflow airfilter

03-31-2008, 10:18 PM	#8 (permalink)
ETRNL Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Priarieville LA Posts: 377	Exide Orbital FTW!! you will have to mount it on it side but who cares? Its a gell cell. Did i mention it has 1017 CCA? didnt see the subs/lights/winch part go a head and spem 30 bucks at your local stereo shop and do the big 3 upgrade as well.. __________________ 2001 4Runner LTD, ISR/deckplate/ECT mod, 90w/130w Hella headlights, 12g headlight wire harness, Satoshi, Hood Emblem, fog light mod, constant power mod, big 3 mod, NO DRLs, Remote start with ~1 mile range, Toytech OMERun-3 3" lift, Big Foot ATs 265/75 R16. True Flow air filter, Aux reverse lights my favorite video Last edited by ETRNL; 03-31-2008 at 10:19 PM.

03-31-2008, 10:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
rocket Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,527	Diehard Platinum...there the same battery as an Odyssey. __________________ '96-'02 gone: '92

03-31-2008, 10:52 PM	#10 (permalink)
machabees Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 159	I love my Optima. It's like the thing just won't die. GF leaves lights on cause I removed stupid beeper. It's fine. car sits for a month it's fine. doesn't matter what happens that battery handles it.

04-01-2008, 06:20 AM	#11 (permalink)
Brenjen Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Searcy, Arkansas Posts: 1,191	I recommend an Odyssey. __________________ '95 4Runner 3.0 Automatic bone stock; it's becoming a project slowly but surely, one part at a time "If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude than the animated contest of freedom, go from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains sit lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that you were our countrymen!”

04-01-2008, 07:00 AM	#12 (permalink)
MMA_Alex Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Downeast, ME/Rochester, NY Posts: 1,421	diehards are crap. yellow top if you wanna run all that stuff. if you're just looking for a decent regular use batt i'd recommend an everstart maxx(walmart) they're way cheaper than most brands (like $60ish depending on group size) and they actually got top ratings from consumer reports recently in a number of group sizes.

04-01-2008, 11:52 AM	#13 (permalink)
DCYota Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Coast Posts: 228	For those that got their Optimas at Costco, what group size did you select?....there are a ton at my local Costco, but they're little booklet next to the battery rack doesn't list Optimas as a fit for our trucks (I have an 88 pickup). I know they'll work, but just wondered what group size is the best fit from Costco. Thanks! __________________ -Dave '88 Bob'd Longbed 4x4 22RE/ToyTec 2" Lift and All Pro 2" Shackles/33" ATs/ARB BullBar/Bestop Supertop/All Pro Rear Bumper & Custom Rear Tire Carrier '92 FJ80/207,000 miles/Somewhat Stock

04-01-2008, 12:10 PM	#15 (permalink)
runethechamp Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Berkeley, CA Posts: 586	How much is an optima anyway? I just got a new one from the dealer last time I needed one. Less than $100 and a 6 or 8 year warranty or something like that. It also sat in my driveway for 8 months while I was doing my engine rebuild, and when I went to start the engine for the first time, I had enough juice for a couple of 20-30 second turns with the coil disconnected, and plenty for the start after that. __________________ 94 4runner SR5, V6 3VZE, 5 speed Completely rebuilt engine with Toyota parts at 147k miles Downey Coils, Aisin manual hubs, Cowl Louver mod, Hella 500 fog lights Yeah, I know, not many cool mods here

04-01-2008, 04:04 PM	#17 (permalink)
Noltz Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 372	I run an Interstate ... no problems and it's abused. I'll still switch to a pair of Optima's when I do the dual conversion. __________________ •-Noltz-• '95 4Runner SR5, mostly Stock, w/OBA & AirLifts. His. '97 4Runner Limited, Stock w/E-Locker & 285s. Hers. '91 4Runner, 3" BL, 35's & 8000# Winch. SOLD

04-01-2008, 05:28 PM	#18 (permalink)
88wildrunner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Meadow Vista, CA Posts: 292	the costco round here has the 75/25 group one with ca910 and cca 720 for $129 sounds like a pretty good deal and trucksmart has the larger one with 800cca and 100ca for $179 is there much of a difference in the two, also the larger one has 10 more minutes of reserve time thats not much more. which size did you guys get from costco? __________________ I hate Thieves, especially the kind that steal 4runners MY 4RUNNER BUILD http://www.yotatech.com/f115/88wildrunner-build-125357/

04-01-2008, 05:31 PM	#19 (permalink)
dewitt88 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 82	Get the yellow top, the red tops are known for going out. They usually last around a year and then go out. A yellow top will get you much farther than the red or blue.

04-01-2008, 06:51 PM	#21 (permalink)
bigarms23 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: mountains of truckee ca Posts: 1,010	spend the money on the yellow top it has enough charge for offroad lights,winch,and powerful sterio system __________________ 1988sr5 4.3v6 4runner with chevy axles 513 gears dual cases overall 300to1 ratio 36mtzs 5inch lift detroits 1972 stepside jimmy d44/d70 425hp 1995 green range rover

04-01-2008, 05:58 PM	#20 (permalink)
88wildrunner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Meadow Vista, CA Posts: 292	i dont want to spend the extra money on a yellow or blue top i would rather upgrade the alternator. then get a yellow or blue top __________________ I hate Thieves, especially the kind that steal 4runners MY 4RUNNER BUILD http://www.yotatech.com/f115/88wildrunner-build-125357/

04-01-2008, 09:22 PM	#22 (permalink)
88wildrunner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Meadow Vista, CA Posts: 292	how much have you guys paid for your yellow tops. 4wheelparts lists it for $179 is that an average price for them or do they get cheaper? __________________ I hate Thieves, especially the kind that steal 4runners MY 4RUNNER BUILD http://www.yotatech.com/f115/88wildrunner-build-125357/

04-01-2008, 10:07 PM	#23 (permalink)
Toyvana Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Godfrey, Illinois Posts: 928	I'm running Optima Red Tops on both of my vehicles without any problems for the last couple years. $179 sounds average but if you keep shopping around you may find a Yellow Top cheaper somewhere. I think 4WPW also has a price match for so many weeks if you do find it cheaper somewhere else after you buy from them.

04-02-2008, 05:04 AM	#24 (permalink)
speltwrong Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Born and Raised in California Posts: 7	This one is easy...Ive had the same Optima Red Top in my 99 for about 3 years and over 120,000 miles. I have a 700watt and and 1 12". I have some rock lights but nothing else to write home about. I have left my lights on...I have left my stereo playing at parties...its come loose from the hold down on a couple of trips. It has handled so much abuse and I have had no issues. I will never own another type of battery. I put one in my wife's 03 Runner.

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