Bruh I learn something new every day I'm tell you , I did not have a clue that the alternator did not charge and we should be charging our batteries. ... Wow sir ... Thank you
Jus' spoke with you over the cell, and couldn't believe that you answered IMMEDIATELY! WOW! Anyways, you provided me with great advice, and I'm pleased to have suggested to you, that you upload video(s) of MOTOR COACH battery applications. I purchased a 2019 THOR®️ MOTOR COACH QUANTUM®️ RS26 last October, that sits on a FORD E350 SUPER DUTY chassis, and I was just about to swap out the MOTORCRAFT®️ battery under the hood for an ODYSSEY®️, however, after speaking with you, and accepting your advice, it appears that I'm going to have to do a little research first. Thanx again for your timely advice....I cannot thank you enough! GIOVANNI SOVEREIGNE - TRUCKEE, CA.
I work at batteries plus Blubs and this was useful I’ve been asked to compare agm with flooded just never with optimas red blue yellow tops so definitely useful thanks
1:10 'keep in mind AGM is not gel'... uh, name me an AGM that doesn't use a gel suspended electrolyte... I don't think they exist. AGM is jel... so you're technically flat out wrong... what you mean to say, is; AGM gel batteries shouldn't be charged in the same way as a non-AGM gel batteries.
Yes, I get that colloquially we refer to non-AGM gel batteries as just 'gel batteries'... and AGM gel batteries as just 'AGM batteries... I'm trying to change the way we talk about batteries in a way that helps people who are not battery nerds to better understand batteries. But yes I get that I'm being a bit pedantic here and splitting hairs... it's important that people know that AGM is still gel and 'spill proof' (can be used on it's side or in funky orientations) and that so called gel batteries while being more sensitive to charging amps and harsh working conditions and cost more but they're often litterally the same thing without the layers of fiberglass scouring sponge... yep you pay more for an inferior product that takes less building materials and is cheaper to produce when buying a non-AGM batterie than when you buy an AGM battery... for most applications. In the few situations where a non AGM gel is the better option you will be informed when doing your research so for the most part one should know that they'd be better off buying an AGM battery... like details matter with batteries. That's really all I'm getting at.
So you're saying if I buy the Optima red battery for my 96 Chevy Tahoe, that I'll still have to charge it? because my alternator is not enough to maintain the Optima red top really?
He saying that to any battery you purchase the alternator is not a charger just a maintainer for the shit running while the vehicle is in operation ... Nobody says this because they want us to keep buying more
i have 2 yellow tops and 2 blue tops Optima batteries that failed within a year, warranty is non existent, what should I do with them? the blue tops never been outdoors. Total cost $1400
Really sorry about your experience of the Optima. I wish I could say it's not common but it is. You could try various chargers to see if they will recover. We use the victron ip65 for the problem Optimas at our shop. If the battery gets hot while charging it's probably done
💥💥 Thanks for the great vid and all of this info BUT… Optima used to be an amazing battery until they outsourced them to be made in Mexico. They are real junk now. I had a red top in my “03 Escalade that I bought in ‘05 and still own. Pep Boys replaced one after another for free under warranty when they kept dying. Eventually they refused to give me a new one so I went to Advance Auto and bought a standard wet cell battery. Almost 2 years trouble free… FINALLY… I also have a red top in my 1970 Camaro RS with a big block that has given me nothing but trouble holding a charge for the past few years and I’m about to make the switch to something else over this upcoming winter. I need to move past the frustration of owning these Optima batteries. The cool factor has completely worn off because of the headaches that they’ve given me over the past 4-6 years. 👊🏼🚨
Great video and information. What is your opinion on Pulsetech battery chargers and PowerPulse passive desulfators? I have a PowerPulse on my 2001 BMW battery for the past three years. Pulsetech claims that their patented frequency they use can extend your battery life up to three times longer.
Your vehicle runs off of the alternator. The battery should only be used for starting unless you have a sound system or accessories like winches or lights. In that case, you would want a yellow or blue top.
I have a vintage BMW that sits far more than i's driven. When it is cranked it takes a while for the mechanical fuel pump to move fuel to the carburetors. which color Optima do you recommend. I use a Battery Tender 12 Volt Junior Automatic Battery Charger permanently attached to the battery cable, (12 volt 750ma) is this the appropriate charger for the red or yellow top optima?
The red top is the most vulnerable to not holding charge sooner than the yellow/ blue models. But the red has the highest (rated) cca. If it was mine and I had to use an optima, it would be the yellow or blue
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego First, thanks for your repose. I replaced the starter with a late model permanent magnet starter which requires less CCA. You said " If it was mine and I had to use an optima, it would be the yellow or blue " I don't have to use an Optima, what would you recommend? I understand Johnson Controls bought Optima, I've read that the quality of Optima has declined. i suppose now that Johnson Controls has monopolized battery production that might be part of the reason batteries have gotten so expensive.
Thank you! I know it was probably a silly question but I wasn’t sure if it would mess anything up. I just took it out of my boss for the winter and was curious
What about using for RV? I have a small 18' 30amp trailer and need to replace the lead acid batteries (it does hold 2 batteries but I thought about only getting 1 AGM vs 2 lead acid.
I drive a 2008 mustang v6, left a small led light on and it drained battery. Battery would not hold a charge after despite using a smart charger. Got an interstate battery lasted nearly one year and again got drained by led console light now it seems to not hold a charge. Would a yellow top optima be a good replacement for me? Now that have a new touchscreen stereo head I want to be able to have the car off and use the stereo 30min at a time without worrying about draining and killing the battery.
I am thinking of getting a Optima Yellow D34/D78 Battery for my 2003 H2. I was getting a draining issue from my old battery which we think we corrected. I have side terminals and was wondering if you can leave the battery in the truck attached BUT use the top post and slow charge the battery while still connected? Thanks in advance
Yes, that is totally fine, I even have a wire harness I made and attached for this purpose that tucks away in my bumper but easily attaches to a trickle charger for the same reason.
I don't know if I can get help here I bought a red top battery two years ago now I've noticed when my radio is on within couple of seconds it drains the battery when engine is off so I decided to test resting power ready 11.43 or lower. So I'm wondering if I purchased the right battery please help let me know thanks..
Honda Marine blue top batteries what is the difference between a gray case and a black case? I have a small boat with a trolling motor. Which battery would be best for my application of running the trolling motor to the point to the were the battery is almost dead then charging it.
get a gray-case blue-top- don't be surprised if it needs to be rebuilt. insist it needs to be rebuilt while negotiating the price- cuz rebuilding won't be cheap.
Yellow top or blue top are the best of the Optima choices. I prefer blue top because it is the same battery as the yellow but it has them the marine terminal stud
Ummmm you want XS power battery trust me dont go with Optima. Depending on the group size required for your vehicle get a XS power D series for under the hood and a xs power Xp series for your supplemental. Supplemental would be the battery you hook up in back. So d series for starting, and xp series for supplemental. Also upgrade your alternator trust me. Adding one battery even will strain your alternator. Also make sure to charge your batteries to keep them at a higher resting voltage other wise when you start your vehicle your alternator is pushing out 100+ amps for minutes when it t should only be producing 15amps to 35 amps depending on factory needs.
I have a 93 full size bronco running flexalight electronic fans and led pod lights on the front bumper would I benefit from a yellow or red top battery?
Can't I just use a regular 2 amp trickle charger to maintain one of these batteries? I have an old smart charger with 2 and 10 amp settings. If I have the battery up close to full charge, can I use the regular charger to maintain it over the winter?
@@KingRD-jw7ge get a low-current power supply (not an auto charger) to do that with. i use a 12V 4W computer disk-drive power supply for that- and you can skip the two-battery trick because its a 'dumb' power supply.
OK MARINE APPLICATION HERE. YELLOW TOP D31T----- BLUE TOP D31M. LOOKS LIKE SAME SPECS ONLY THE BLUE TOP HAS BOTH POSTS AND STUDS/ YELLOW HAS ONLY STUDS. AND YELLOW IS SLIGHTLY MORE EXPENSIVE. PARTS GUY SUGGESTS YELLOW. WHY? THOUGHTS.... AM I MISSING SOMETHING?
Looking at the Yellow top for my marine application. Need the capability to mount on side and use side terminals. Is that possible with the yellow top? Running two for a 24 or 3 for a 36 volt system in a place that is too shallow for normal top post install.
i have an old blue-top dually optima in my 10-year-old car and it has been a good battery. i think it was made in the late 80's and has been rebuilt once. avoid the new imported optimas- they have a comparably horrible reputation.
Ok bought a red top 3 years ago I've got a Ford Lightning drove it for 2 months then put the truck in storage while saving & building up the drive train .. pulled out the truck yesterday battery was disconnected( But dead as a doornail read 0 with tester) Is it rechargeable??? Or did I get ripped in believeing the hype on optima?? The ol r Riley's has closed stores where I bought it being on disability money super tight what took three years to build the motor the way I wanted eager to hear back from you or anyone
Try to get a new one under warranty at another store if possible. If you can't, then you can find a few videos on RUclips about how to trick the battery into charging by connecting it in conjunction with another battery till it charges over 10-11 volt range. Sometimes they come back and sometimes they won't but it's definitely worth a try, I have done it and after a proper charge it has stayed running good again for over 3 months so far.
@@truthhurts467 be sure it doesn't get hot in the process and if I recall correctly it can take 4-48hrs for a full charge after being in that discharged state.
If the battery was dead after 2 months then there is a drain on the battery. A good battery charger would be first choice. Charge at about 10 amps to see it will accept charge
So I have the blue top but I need a new alternator because mines went out so is it safe to get a 90amp alternator or should I get one themst has a higher amp? Plzz answer
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego I have used my Red Top for 5 years now ….. it started my truck at 10 below freezing (F), after 3 days of below zero weather. And like you said, the Red has more cranking amps.
I have a yellow top in my 05 dodge ram with the 5.7 I've had it for about 3 years now noproblem starting it at -50°f here in nd best darn battery I've ever had. Oh by the that's sitting outside with NO BLOCK HEATER TO so to all u people that are negative do better research before u talk about something u now nothing about
I have a question,i have the red one the 34/78 I was wondering can you tell me what would you recommend best for a recharge for my battery it just looks completely dead ,and I tried charging it with a regular battery charger and just didn't work..thank you
I had a red too on my c5 corvette lasted 2 years , they say 3 year warranty . Is that the normal life ? Put 14000 miles on it . With no added sound or lights systems
which of 3 batteries will be better on a electric mobility scooter motor what runs on 24 volts because I use 2 motor on my 7 1/4 inch gauge electric train pulling 3 carriages behind it with passengers ????? I have been trying to find the best battery to use on it as well poem the horn and the lights what uses 12 volts because the battery is going to be a long life and easy to maintain to last through the day if it's meant to mean changing the batteries for half a day to another set of batteries to replace through the other half a day
You are looking for a battery that has the highest capacity but yet has the dimensions that will fit your space the Optima would not be the first choice
@@errornull390 Hi, I'm about to maintain my two blue tops from 2014 this winter for a sailboat application running as house batteries and starting a 10hp auxiliary outboard. They get charged once per year before season start and then maintained over winter.
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego I had a similar question as Anthony, but now I would ask why you would say the Exide 24F is a better choice for a Tundra?
@@CONald_is_A_false_Prophet Prev we used Exide Edge AGM but found a more reliable and longer lasting brand with Northstar. They have a drop in 24F replacement
When you car already start ,everything power using is from car alternator , not from battery ,red top have availability recharge faster that's yellow or blue top, it specifically for stop start car with eco mod.
G’day from Australia. If they require a charger to be charged effectively how is the red top starter battery? It would get exclusively charged by the alternator.
The car/truck alternator will safely keep the battery charged as long as it doesn't drop below 10 volts. Once it gets below that threshold, it's best to use a special charger...IF it gets below 8 volts, it MUST be charged by a charger that is designed to charged AGM batteries. Both my trailblazer and my suburban have the "red tops" in them!
I had the Optima yellow top in my 2008 Jeep wrangler for 2 months traded the jeep in for a new one, but didn't put the optima in the new jeep, how long will the Optima battery less out side of the jeep Its been out of the jeep for 3 weeks now
Jeff S Thank you for the info. and help, I've made a note of this and I'll be doing some looking around. I have discovered that these types of batteries are high priced depending on the type... Again, Thank you for the help Jeff S.
I was immediately thrown off when this guy said “an alternator isn’t a battery charger it’s a battery maintainer” which is absolutely wrong. If an alternator didnt charge your battery why don’t car dealerships sell them with vehicles? Why don’t auto manufacturers suggest having them? Because he’s wrong. NOW. If you don’t daily a vehicle ESPECIALLY a diesel engine, yes you can expect a dead battery within a few weeks depending on the health of the battery. Couldn’t figure out where he was going with his completely false information until he said they literally sell everything in the video. Be careful dood, you can get sued for consumer fraud making those statements, tricking people into buying your waaaayyy over priced junk.
I gotta tell ya Jeff, there is No Difference between all the batteries displayed. 😮 They All Suck nowadays ! ! 😂😂😂😢😂😂😂. I soul know sir. Because I bought a red one 3 years ago from Autozone. Payed $225. I won't be doing that ever again.
The Difference is Optima are made in Mexico now ! Bought a Yellow top Mexican lasted 2 years only I have a 2008 Red Top still going strong ..this knuckle head has zero clue ...
Biggest POS batteries made today. Bought a d34m marine battery. Lasted 3 years. Warranty ended at 2. $400 wasted. Charged as per instructions on Optima site. 10amps for about 6 hours (on an automatic agm charger). But wait…bought a red and yellow top for a different application. Yellow top(same as blue top with different terminals) died in under 2 years. Parts store did replace for free. So I did hear that Optima got bought out and cheapened up their product which is now made in Mexico and I now believe it. Will never buy one again.
I thuoght for years theses battery’s were gel cell , they are not ??? Ok can you tell what o es are gell cell , thanks BigAl California I have the blue top l in my tractor and a yellow top in my tow truck thanks praise Jesus Christ amen
Optima batteries are such junk they wont even let me return, exchange or get a replacement months after purchase. My Chinese battery has been working for 5 years without issue
These batteries suck they used to be great until they quit building them in this country.CANT FOOL THE USERS GUYS BETTER GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER.(BUY AMERICAN QUALITY)
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Optima batteries are crap--According to Scotty Kilmer, they declined when the company changed owners. Interstate is still the best.-- Now there are cheaper lithium-iron batteries.
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If Troy Aikman and Paul McCartney had a kid lol. Great vid
Lol, 😂 I thought the same thing
Yooooooo 😂😂
Lol I'm not about to play with you
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Holy crap lol
Bruh I learn something new every day I'm tell you , I did not have a clue that the alternator did not charge and we should be charging our batteries. ... Wow sir ... Thank you
my father had old red optima in 2000s it lasted more than 10 years and still worked but sold with car
That was before optima outsourced production outside the u.s. now they are pure trash!!
should have kept it- a domestic-made optima is worth keeping even if it needs rebuilding.
Jus' spoke with you over the cell, and couldn't believe that you answered IMMEDIATELY! WOW! Anyways, you provided me with great advice, and I'm pleased to have suggested to you, that you upload video(s) of MOTOR COACH battery applications. I purchased a 2019 THOR®️ MOTOR COACH QUANTUM®️ RS26 last October, that sits on a FORD E350 SUPER DUTY chassis, and I was just about to swap out the MOTORCRAFT®️ battery under the hood for an ODYSSEY®️, however, after speaking with you, and accepting your advice, it appears that I'm going to have to do a little research first.
Thanx again for your timely advice....I cannot thank you enough! GIOVANNI SOVEREIGNE - TRUCKEE, CA.
I’m running the Blue top in my street car. Runs great.
Dark grey or light grey base with the blue top in your car ?
I’m thinking of doing the same
@@kimboDragon yes
Interesting. I never knew you could charge your far battery outside of the alternator
Great video...concise and to the point.
It doesn't get any clearer than that.
I work at batteries plus Blubs and this was useful I’ve been asked to compare agm with flooded just never with optimas red blue yellow tops so definitely useful thanks
This video is old, awesome & very informative! 😍
1:10 'keep in mind AGM is not gel'... uh, name me an AGM that doesn't use a gel suspended electrolyte... I don't think they exist. AGM is jel... so you're technically flat out wrong... what you mean to say, is; AGM gel batteries shouldn't be charged in the same way as a non-AGM gel batteries.
Yes, I get that colloquially we refer to non-AGM gel batteries as just 'gel batteries'... and AGM gel batteries as just 'AGM batteries... I'm trying to change the way we talk about batteries in a way that helps people who are not battery nerds to better understand batteries. But yes I get that I'm being a bit pedantic here and splitting hairs... it's important that people know that AGM is still gel and 'spill proof' (can be used on it's side or in funky orientations) and that so called gel batteries while being more sensitive to charging amps and harsh working conditions and cost more but they're often litterally the same thing without the layers of fiberglass scouring sponge... yep you pay more for an inferior product that takes less building materials and is cheaper to produce when buying a non-AGM batterie than when you buy an AGM battery... for most applications. In the few situations where a non AGM gel is the better option you will be informed when doing your research so for the most part one should know that they'd be better off buying an AGM battery... like details matter with batteries. That's really all I'm getting at.
So you're saying if I buy the Optima red battery for my 96 Chevy Tahoe, that I'll still have to charge it? because my alternator is not enough to maintain the Optima red top really?
He saying that to any battery you purchase the alternator is not a charger just a maintainer for the shit running while the vehicle is in operation ... Nobody says this because they want us to keep buying more
what do you think about a solar powered battery maintainr to keep the yellow battery in tip top shape?
i have 2 yellow tops and 2 blue tops Optima batteries that failed within a year, warranty is non existent, what should I do with them? the blue tops never been outdoors. Total cost $1400
Really sorry about your experience of the Optima. I wish I could say it's not common but it is.
You could try various chargers to see if they will recover. We use the victron ip65 for the problem Optimas at our shop.
If the battery gets hot while charging it's probably done
Sounds like my red top
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego so the Optima's are known for being unreliable? What deep cycle battery do you recommend for trolling motors?
💥💥 Thanks for the great vid and all of this info BUT… Optima used to be an amazing battery until they outsourced them to be made in Mexico. They are real junk now. I had a red top in my “03 Escalade that I bought in ‘05 and still own. Pep Boys replaced one after another for free under warranty when they kept dying. Eventually they refused to give me a new one so I went to Advance Auto and bought a standard wet cell battery. Almost 2 years trouble free… FINALLY… I also have a red top in my 1970 Camaro RS with a big block that has given me nothing but trouble holding a charge for the past few years and I’m about to make the switch to something else over this upcoming winter. I need to move past the frustration of owning these Optima batteries. The cool factor has completely worn off because of the headaches that they’ve given me over the past 4-6 years. 👊🏼🚨
Great video and information. What is your opinion on Pulsetech battery chargers and PowerPulse passive desulfators? I have a PowerPulse on my 2001 BMW battery for the past three years. Pulsetech claims that their patented frequency they use can extend your battery life up to three times longer.
If the car is a daily driver, is there still the need to charge the battery with a charger?
Daily driver, car alternator will charge battery unless very short traveling
Great video. Simple and to the point. Thank you.
thanks!!
Great video. So if the Red Top is only for starting why would you want to put that in your vehicle? I'm confused.
great question!!
Have had red tops for years in my trailblazer and suburban. Haven't had any issues with them, and they are over 5 years old!
@@user-cy6gf2pj7y find some wood and knock on it...
Your vehicle runs off of the alternator. The battery should only be used for starting unless you have a sound system or accessories like winches or lights. In that case, you would want a yellow or blue top.
I have a vintage BMW that sits far more than i's driven. When it is cranked it takes a while for the mechanical fuel pump to move fuel to the carburetors. which color Optima do you recommend. I use a Battery Tender 12 Volt Junior Automatic Battery Charger permanently attached to the battery cable, (12 volt 750ma) is this the appropriate charger for the red or yellow top optima?
The red top is the most vulnerable to not holding charge sooner than the yellow/ blue models. But the red has the highest (rated) cca. If it was mine and I had to use an optima, it would be the yellow or blue
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego First, thanks for your repose. I replaced the starter with a late model permanent magnet starter which requires less CCA. You said " If it was mine and I had to use an optima, it would be the yellow or blue
" I don't have to use an Optima, what would you recommend? I understand Johnson Controls bought Optima, I've read that the quality of Optima has declined. i suppose now that Johnson Controls has monopolized battery production that might be part of the reason batteries have gotten so expensive.
@@dougcain250 Look into Northstar, great battery
I have had good luck with the blue top in my car audio application
I have a blue top model D27M, would I be able to use that in my 2015 Silverado 1500?
I believe OE is a group 48 The 27 Optima may be too long. But if it fits, you bet, plenty of crank and capacity to run accys
Thank you! I know it was probably a silly question but I wasn’t sure if it would mess anything up. I just took it out of my boss for the winter and was curious
What about using for RV? I have a small 18' 30amp trailer and need to replace the lead acid batteries (it does hold 2 batteries but I thought about only getting 1 AGM vs 2 lead acid.
what battery would you use for a dirt latemodel with no alternator
I drive a 2008 mustang v6, left a small led light on and it drained battery. Battery would not hold a charge after despite using a smart charger. Got an interstate battery lasted nearly one year and again got drained by led console light now it seems to not hold a charge. Would a yellow top optima be a good replacement for me? Now that have a new touchscreen stereo head I want to be able to have the car off and use the stereo 30min at a time without worrying about draining and killing the battery.
Dedicated car audio batteries like XS , FullThrottle of Kinetik are designed for your application
sounds like you've got more trouble than one LED can make.
If the alternator doesn't charge the battery, why am I not buying a new one all the time??
How often should i charge my battery?
charge battery after every discharge. AGM can be stored for months without charging if no load
What is the best kind of Optima battery to get for my C5 Corvette the RED TOP or the YELLOW TOP?
Yellow
I am thinking of getting a Optima Yellow D34/D78 Battery for my 2003 H2. I was getting a draining issue from my old battery which we think we corrected. I have side terminals and was wondering if you can leave the battery in the truck attached BUT use the top post and slow charge the battery while still connected?
Thanks in advance
Yes, that is totally fine, I even have a wire harness I made and attached for this purpose that tucks away in my bumper but easily attaches to a trickle charger for the same reason.
that is exactly what you should do
If you bought an optima when you posted this comment it would have died by now
Lol
@@errornull390 sad- but true if it was an imported optima
Which is better the blue top grey or blue top black
the blue top grey is for starting and cycling the blue black is strictly for starting
I have a question about the optimal yellow battery, can it go lying down?
or upside down
I don't know if I can get help here I bought a red top battery two years ago now I've noticed when my radio is on within couple of seconds it drains the battery when engine is off so I decided to test resting power ready 11.43 or lower. So I'm wondering if I purchased the right battery please help let me know thanks..
Honda Marine blue top batteries what is the difference between a gray case and a black case? I have a small boat with a trolling motor. Which battery would be best for my application of running the trolling motor to the point to the were the battery is almost dead then charging it.
Not Honda.... Optima
get a gray-case blue-top- don't be surprised if it needs to be rebuilt. insist it needs to be rebuilt while negotiating the price- cuz rebuilding won't be cheap.
Nice vid ! What color top should i use for a medium size boat trolling motor ??
blue, the bigger the better
Optima batteries last 6 months top
Optima batteries last 6 months top
I have a sound system...the yellow top good for my motor and sound system?
Yellow top or blue top are the best of the Optima choices. I prefer blue top because it is the same battery as the yellow but it has them the marine terminal stud
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego so I should do blue top?
@@teamobsram yep
@@teamobsram yes
Ummmm you want XS power battery trust me dont go with Optima. Depending on the group size required for your vehicle get a XS power D series for under the hood and a xs power Xp series for your supplemental. Supplemental would be the battery you hook up in back. So d series for starting, and xp series for supplemental. Also upgrade your alternator trust me. Adding one battery even will strain your alternator. Also make sure to charge your batteries to keep them at a higher resting voltage other wise when you start your vehicle your alternator is pushing out 100+ amps for minutes when it t should only be producing 15amps to 35 amps depending on factory needs.
would you recommend the RED top battery for a 1904 Corvette I live in California. Ed
yellow should last longer
Does one fit it all? Or do I need one specific to my WRX 2006?
Your WRX takes a group 35. We like www.northstarbattery.com/product/elt-agm35
Deep Cycle Battery San Diego Thanks!
i have a Jeep Cherokee 2004, Diesel, 2.5 engine. my battery died, wich one should i get
I have a 93 full size bronco running flexalight electronic fans and led pod lights on the front bumper would I benefit from a yellow or red top battery?
Also 200 amp over driven alternator from power master
Yellow or even a blue would work
Can't I just use a regular 2 amp trickle charger to maintain one of these batteries? I have an old smart charger with 2 and 10 amp settings. If I have the battery up close to full charge, can I use the regular charger to maintain it over the winter?
Just use jumper cables plugged from a running car and it will slowly charge it and then charger it with regular charger after it has minimum 10v
@@KingRD-jw7ge get a low-current power supply (not an auto charger) to do that with. i use a 12V 4W computer disk-drive power supply for that- and you can skip the two-battery trick because its a 'dumb' power supply.
if the Red top has more cranking than the yellow one then why the yellow one is better?
OK MARINE APPLICATION HERE. YELLOW TOP D31T----- BLUE TOP D31M. LOOKS LIKE SAME SPECS ONLY THE BLUE TOP HAS BOTH POSTS AND STUDS/ YELLOW HAS ONLY STUDS. AND YELLOW IS SLIGHTLY MORE EXPENSIVE. PARTS GUY SUGGESTS YELLOW. WHY? THOUGHTS.... AM I MISSING SOMETHING?
go with the Blue they are the same but you'll want the studs to hook it up with.
Used to be a great battery. Closed the plant in US and quality seemed to go to shit. Save your money.
I read they are now made in Mexico, and are crap batteries now.
Would I have any problem using Red Top on my 2013 Dodge Avenger 4 cyl?
only if youre a klutz
can i use the optima yellow in a old 2002 car ?
of course
Looking at the Yellow top for my marine application. Need the capability to mount on side and use side terminals. Is that possible with the yellow top? Running two for a 24 or 3 for a 36 volt system in a place that is too shallow for normal top post install.
Find another brand agm, Optima now made in Mexico and are garbage.
@@lonniebeal6032 TRUTH… 👊🏼
find an old US-made one and have it rebuilt
i have an old blue-top dually optima in my 10-year-old car and it has been a good battery. i think it was made in the late 80's and has been rebuilt once. avoid the new imported optimas- they have a comparably horrible reputation.
Hey if you have any extra deep cycle battrey that would work with solar id like it if you dont really need it thanks
Great video. Thanks for the help.
Ok bought a red top 3 years ago I've got a Ford Lightning drove it for 2 months then put the truck in storage while saving & building up the drive train .. pulled out the truck yesterday battery was disconnected( But dead as a doornail read 0 with tester) Is it rechargeable??? Or did I get ripped in believeing the hype on optima?? The ol r Riley's has closed stores where I bought it being on disability money super tight what took three years to build the motor the way I wanted eager to hear back from you or anyone
Try to get a new one under warranty at another store if possible. If you can't, then you can find a few videos on RUclips about how to trick the battery into charging by connecting it in conjunction with another battery till it charges over 10-11 volt range. Sometimes they come back and sometimes they won't but it's definitely worth a try, I have done it and after a proper charge it has stayed running good again for over 3 months so far.
@@CONald_is_A_false_Prophet Thanks that's what I've done chargeing a reg battery and useing cables to trickile over to the optima fingers crossed
@@truthhurts467 be sure it doesn't get hot in the process and if I recall correctly it can take 4-48hrs for a full charge after being in that discharged state.
If the battery was dead after 2 months then there is a drain on the battery. A good battery charger would be first choice. Charge at about 10 amps to see it will accept charge
So I have the blue top but I need a new alternator because mines went out so is it safe to get a 90amp alternator or should I get one themst has a higher amp? Plzz answer
I think you're fine I can't imagine all 90 amps pouring into the battery from the alternator
I have an Optima 8050 160 D31T yellow top can I charge it at 16.5v @ 1. To 1.4 Amp
So what's the best battery for our money in the market today? I own a 1994 GMC Yukon, 4X4 I need something durable! Thank you
NSB78 Northstar www.northstarbattery.com/product/nsb-agm78
Have had red top in my boat for 15 years
Are Battery Tender Jr's safe to use with this type of battery?
no, use a battery tender with at least 2 amp output. The Battery Tender Jr's is rated for powersports
Thanks for the info. Yes,I see the Junior only puts out 750mah.
what would you recommend for a dual setup on a boat. two Blue Tops or a Blue and Red top?
Optima batteries last 6 months top
@@errornull390That`s a crock, my first blue top lasted 9 years on boat and 2nd one still going strong well past 6 months
John Fusc keep the older one if you can
It will outlast the newer one by a few years
Come back when the new scam fails lol
They sold out a few years ago the old ones good the new horrible they last 1 to 2 years
@@errornull390 nonsense- mines about 30 years old- on one rebuild. people tell me the imported ones suck.
getas low as 15° in winter,i was leaning toward optima yellow .any recommendation? Thanks
Yellow and blue are same inside, my opinion better than red
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego I have used my Red Top for 5 years now ….. it started my truck at 10 below freezing (F), after 3 days of below zero weather. And like you said, the Red has more cranking amps.
yellow or blue
Or you can go x2 power again battery made by one previous co owner of optima just different case
I have a yellow top in my 05 dodge ram with the 5.7 I've had it for about 3 years now noproblem starting it at -50°f here in nd best darn battery I've ever had. Oh by the that's sitting outside with NO BLOCK HEATER TO so to all u people that are negative do better research before u talk about something u now nothing about
the d27f has been a good battery for the Toyota in the climate we have in San Diego. We have not experienced how it produces in the cold climates
I have a question,i have the red one the 34/78 I was wondering can you tell me what would you recommend best for a recharge for my battery it just looks completely dead ,and I tried charging it with a regular battery charger and just didn't work..thank you
And also which one of this batteries would you recommend for a medium sound system..thank you once again
Look into the Optimate 7 battery charger. We use it for dead optima batteries
Can I use the yellow top battery for solar panels
The yellow will recharge with solar, but it is expensive and not the first choice for true deep cycle battery.
Which is better for solar off grid systems?
Lithium is better. lol. But AGM is less expensive. Choose a true deep cycle AGM
I had a red too on my c5 corvette lasted 2 years , they say 3 year warranty . Is that the normal life ? Put 14000 miles on it . With no added sound or lights systems
5 years is what we see
I've had 2 red tops they last 1.5 years average I'll never buy another horrible customer service also. New optima sucks don't buy
which of 3 batteries will be better on a electric mobility scooter motor what runs on 24 volts because I use 2 motor on my 7 1/4 inch gauge electric train pulling 3 carriages behind it with passengers ?????
I have been trying to find the best battery to use on it as well poem the horn and the lights what uses 12 volts because the battery is going to be a long life and easy to maintain to last through the day
if it's meant to mean changing the batteries for half a day to another set of batteries to replace through the other half a day
You are looking for a battery that has the highest capacity but yet has the dimensions that will fit your space the Optima would not be the first choice
Optima does not have the high AH you will need for the money. You should find another AGM with more capacity
Would you recommend any of these for trailer or motorhome use?
Optima would not be my first choice for house power due to lower amp hour rating
Optima batteries last 6 months max
@@errornull390 then u got jewed cuz I got one outta a used truck I bouth 6 years ago and it capped out last winter so YA there crap not!!!
@@errornull390 Hi, I'm about to maintain my two blue tops from 2014 this winter for a sailboat application running as house batteries and starting a 10hp auxiliary outboard. They get charged once per year before season start and then maintained over winter.
@@chrismezzarobba8254 OEM factory installed Panasonic battery is 12 years old and still kicking 2009-2021.
April 12, 2019
Thank you, DCBSD, for posting this. I recently found your channel & I am very pleased with your work.
Optima batteries last 6 months top
Thank you for the knowledge. 👍🏼
looking to fit the blue tops to run my electric vehicle.........currently has 6v deep cycle 180A gel batteries .......any thoughts guys ?
lithium cells are pretty cheap
Optima batteries last 6 months top
Good video except you need the microphone closer or a lapel mic.
Is a Yellow Top D27F a good choice for a 2104 Toyota Tundra 5.7 Crewmax?
A better choice for AGM is the Exide FP24FAGM
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego I had a similar question as Anthony, but now I would ask why you would say the Exide 24F is a better choice for a Tundra?
@@CONald_is_A_false_Prophet At moment, we are having best success with the Northstar 24F
@@DeepcyclebatterystoreSanDiego ok thanks, do you ship batteries? I'm in Florida.
@@CONald_is_A_false_Prophet Prev we used Exide Edge AGM but found a more reliable and longer lasting brand with Northstar. They have a drop in 24F replacement
Red is good for off road. But no lights? Or accessories
correct, not built for cycling
I guess there are no issues with lights and accessories while the car is on. The issue is if I plan to use them with the car off, right?
Optima batteries last 6 months top
When you car already start ,everything power using is from car alternator , not from battery ,red top have availability recharge faster that's yellow or blue top, it specifically for stop start car with eco mod.
a lot of "JEEPERS" hahaha
G’day from Australia. If they require a charger to be charged effectively how is the red top starter battery? It would get exclusively charged by the alternator.
The car/truck alternator will safely keep the battery charged as long as it doesn't drop below 10 volts. Once it gets below that threshold, it's best to use a special charger...IF it gets below 8 volts, it MUST be charged by a charger that is designed to charged AGM batteries. Both my trailblazer and my suburban have the "red tops" in them!
What would you suggest as a good battery to get for starting the vehicle and minimal car audio?
AGM , Check out Full Throttle, Exide Edge or Odyssey Manufacturing
I had the Optima yellow top in my 2008 Jeep wrangler for 2 months traded the jeep in for a new one, but didn't put the optima in the new jeep, how long will the Optima battery less out side of the jeep Its been out of the jeep for 3 weeks now
Great info thanks!
Great video 👍
The Optima® 8027-127 BlueTop® Deep Cycle & Starting Marine/RV AGM Battery D27M, Can this be used with solar panels ?
yes but it technically is a starting and deep cycle. for solar you would like to choose a true deep cycle battery
+Jeff S Thanks, can you give me an idea of what battery I would have to get ?
Look for any battery categorized as deep cycle, agm, with capacity ranging from 75 amp hours to 100 amp hours
Jeff S
Thank you for the info. and help, I've made a note of this and I'll be doing some looking around. I have discovered that these types of batteries are high priced depending on the type... Again, Thank you for the help Jeff S.
Thank you very very helpful
I love it all
Thanks!
I was immediately thrown off when this guy said “an alternator isn’t a battery charger it’s a battery maintainer” which is absolutely wrong. If an alternator didnt charge your battery why don’t car dealerships sell them with vehicles? Why don’t auto manufacturers suggest having them? Because he’s wrong. NOW. If you don’t daily a vehicle ESPECIALLY a diesel engine, yes you can expect a dead battery within a few weeks depending on the health of the battery.
Couldn’t figure out where he was going with his completely false information until he said they literally sell everything in the video.
Be careful dood, you can get sued for consumer fraud making those statements, tricking people into buying your waaaayyy over priced junk.
I gotta tell ya Jeff, there is No Difference between all the batteries displayed. 😮 They All Suck nowadays ! ! 😂😂😂😢😂😂😂. I soul know sir. Because I bought a red one 3 years ago from Autozone. Payed $225. I won't be doing that ever again.
Most Batteries don‘t die, they are murdered!
jeffburford what do you mean murdered?
K.B Meaning abused, not used properly nor taken care of properly. Not charged properly etc.
Correct
The Difference is Optima are made in Mexico now ! Bought a Yellow top Mexican lasted 2 years only I have a 2008 Red Top still going strong ..this knuckle head has zero clue ...
You guys new optima batteries are REALLY low quality do not buy them.
Yeah I made that mistake worst battery I've owned they only last 1.5 years pos
@@rockie307 did you charge it with the alternator?
@@Eaton.Beaver My f150 alternator
Anyone else come here to find out about batteries then get reminded how Generic HGH was shipped with Blue, Red and Yellow Tops?
Thanks.
Lead acid verses lithium LIFO4 I chose the LIFO4
Biggest POS batteries made today. Bought a d34m marine battery. Lasted 3 years. Warranty ended at 2. $400 wasted. Charged as per instructions on Optima site. 10amps for about 6 hours (on an automatic agm charger).
But wait…bought a red and yellow top for a different application. Yellow top(same as blue top with different terminals) died in under 2 years. Parts store did replace for free.
So I did hear that Optima got bought out and cheapened up their product which is now made in Mexico and I now believe it. Will never buy one again.
I thuoght for years theses battery’s were gel cell , they are not ??? Ok can you tell what o es are gell cell , thanks BigAl California I have the blue top l in my tractor and a yellow top in my tow truck thanks praise Jesus Christ amen
Running an optima in your car is like replacing your oil with water. Or adding sugar to your gas!!
Only 75ah
There are much better options than optima now
Optima batteries are such junk they wont even let me return, exchange or get a replacement months after purchase. My Chinese battery has been working for 5 years without issue
Because they shut down the factory in USA in 2009 and moved the factory to Mexico.. Prices went up and quality went down.
The problem of this expensive and overpriced battery,
The quality is excellent but the price is expensive
These batteries suck they used to be great until they quit building them in this country.CANT FOOL THE USERS GUYS BETTER GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER.(BUY AMERICAN QUALITY)
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Optima batteries are crap--According to Scotty Kilmer, they declined when the company changed owners. Interstate is still the best.-- Now there are cheaper lithium-iron batteries.
55 ah ...that’s a joke
Junkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
i see many comments saying optimus went to shit.
it has saved me money 4 sure
jquest43 your 1 out of a zillion ! Your odds you should play the lottery
One is a rip off and the other one is a bigger rip off.
A once great battery now junk.