What is the best car performance battery? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Smokintires · 05-12-2009, 07:12 PM

I would like to know what battery that will last long and could be rechargeable. The battery would be for a daily driver. And of course a battery that will fit in the wheel well. I did re-post this because I did not get enough replys.

Hylton · 05-12-2009, 07:14 PM

Red top Optima - no question.

*Camaro_Corvette* · 05-12-2009, 07:20 PM

Okay, what are the advantages of having a "performance" battery. Does a non-performance battery no last as long?

Smokintires · 05-12-2009, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro_corvette

Okay, what are the advantages of having a "performance" battery. Does a non-performance battery no last as long?

correct a "performance" battery lasts longer. A performance battery doesn't add and HP or MPH but lasts longer.

ricku1967 · 05-12-2009, 07:30 PM

well, being i sell batteries for a living, optima is a damn good battery. If you dont want to put up the money for a Optima, Deka Batteries are probably the best quality battery in the US right now. I never get those back. But if you want a battery for the new camaro, go with the Optima since the battery is located in the trunk, if it will fit and is the correct group size. I dont know what group size the battery in the Camaro takes yet

*Camaro_Corvette* · 05-12-2009, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smokintires

correct a "performance" battery lasts longer. A performance battery doesn't add and HP or MPH but lasts longer.

So that's about it. Okay, thanks. Just wondering.

Smokintires · 05-12-2009, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ricku1967

well, being i sell batteries for a living, optima is a damn good battery. If you dont want to put up the money for a Optima, Deka Batteries are probably the best quality battery in the US right now. I never get those back. But if you want a battery for the new camaro, go with the Optima since the battery is located in the trunk, if it will fit and is the correct group size. I dont know what group size the battery in the Camaro takes yet

I probably will buy a Optima battery. Can I get a discount from you since you sell batteries?

nards444 · 05-12-2009, 08:15 PM

to be honest your battery is covered from AC-DELCO which is a descent battery for either 2 years i beleive, and it will be covered for three under bumper to bumper. So i wouldnt waste money on batter off the bat, its not going to add any power or anything. Another thing is yeah you pay more for performance battery and it last longer but buying a normal battery will last half the time lets say, so you end up buying two batteries instead, but in the end you pay the same. So I have never gotten into the battery thing

PQ · 05-12-2009, 08:19 PM

Whatever.

You guys are clueless.

Energizer is the best.

camaro67 · 05-12-2009, 08:25 PM

delco is agood batt. been spinning my 468 c.i. big block for 6 years never no prob. easily handle the camaro.

RallyFever · 05-12-2009, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

Whatever.

You guys are clueless.

Energizer is the best.

Yeah, but I can buy twice as many Rayovacs for half the price!!

ssdavidw · 05-12-2009, 09:10 PM

I've never had any luck with the stock batteries in my GM cars. My last one lasted 7 months before I had to replace it.

I only use Optima Red Tops now. Besides lasting longer they seem to hold up better at the end of their life cycle. My last two I had to replace were performing noticably less towards the end of the life, but always started the car and never left me stranded.

With my GM batteries there was never any warning and when they were ready to go, poof that was it.

PQ · 05-12-2009, 09:13 PM

Ok, I've allways just bought a mid line fairly inexpensive battery. Here in Alabama, not alot of cold to mess with. I've never had a battery last me less than 5 years. Is this too short of a time?

rays · 05-12-2009, 09:17 PM

Red Top Optima
#Delivers higher peak amps faster than conventional batteries
# Provides up to twice the life of conventional batteries
# More consistent voltage across the discharge curve
# Superior cold and hot weather performance vs. conventional batteries
# Available in models with SAE posts, stainless threaded studs, or both
# Spill-proof, even if the case is physically ruptured
#Will not off-gas in normal operation, eliminating fumes, odor & corrosion
#Over 14x more shock and vibration resistant than conventional batteries
#Provides more power from a smaller package
#True zero maintenance
#Holds charge better during periods of nonuse
#Operates in any position without spilling

View Poll Results: What is the best car performance battery?
Optima Yellow Top	7	11.29%
Optima Red top	31	50.00%
Interstate Batteries	5	8.06%
Die-Hard	4	6.45%
Duralast	2	3.23%
Kinetik	2	3.23%
Autocraft Titanium	0	0%
Exide	2	3.23%
Everstart	0	0%
True Start	0	0%
Other	9	14.52%
Voters: 62. You may not vote on this poll

05-12-2009, 07:12 PM	#1
Smokintires Great Member Drives: 2010 Victory Red Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: lindenhurst,NY Posts: 333	What is the best car performance battery? I would like to know what battery that will last long and could be rechargeable. The battery would be for a daily driver. And of course a battery that will fit in the wheel well. I did re-post this because I did not get enough replys.

05-12-2009, 07:14 PM	#2
Hylton Drives: fanboys and ass kissers crazy. Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 7,280	Red top Optima - no question. __________________ "BBOMG - More than just a car show.... It's an experience!"

05-12-2009, 07:20 PM	#3
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,709 View My Garage	Okay, what are the advantages of having a "performance" battery. Does a non-performance battery no last as long? __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

05-12-2009, 08:19 PM	#9
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	Whatever. You guys are clueless. Energizer is the best. __________________

05-12-2009, 07:30 PM	#5
ricku1967 Drives: sold it Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: virginia beach Posts: 129	well, being i sell batteries for a living, optima is a damn good battery. If you dont want to put up the money for a Optima, Deka Batteries are probably the best quality battery in the US right now. I never get those back. But if you want a battery for the new camaro, go with the Optima since the battery is located in the trunk, if it will fit and is the correct group size. I dont know what group size the battery in the Camaro takes yet

05-12-2009, 08:15 PM	#8
nards444 Drives: 1SS/RS Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: New york Posts: 2,123 View My Garage	to be honest your battery is covered from AC-DELCO which is a descent battery for either 2 years i beleive, and it will be covered for three under bumper to bumper. So i wouldnt waste money on batter off the bat, its not going to add any power or anything. Another thing is yeah you pay more for performance battery and it last longer but buying a normal battery will last half the time lets say, so you end up buying two batteries instead, but in the end you pay the same. So I have never gotten into the battery thing

05-12-2009, 08:25 PM	#10
camaro67 Account Suspended Drives: marina blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: branchland wv Posts: 225 View My Garage	delco is agood batt. been spinning my 468 c.i. big block for 6 years never no prob. easily handle the camaro.

05-12-2009, 09:10 PM	#12
ssdavidw Camaro OCD Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS, RS, RJT Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Somerset, NJ Posts: 189 View My Garage	I've never had any luck with the stock batteries in my GM cars. My last one lasted 7 months before I had to replace it. I only use Optima Red Tops now. Besides lasting longer they seem to hold up better at the end of their life cycle. My last two I had to replace were performing noticably less towards the end of the life, but always started the car and never left me stranded. With my GM batteries there was never any warning and when they were ready to go, poof that was it. __________________ 2010 Camaro - Red Jewel Tintcoat, 2SS, RS, Auto, Black Interior, Cyber Gray Rally Stripes

05-12-2009, 09:13 PM	#13
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	Ok, I've allways just bought a mid line fairly inexpensive battery. Here in Alabama, not alot of cold to mess with. I've never had a battery last me less than 5 years. Is this too short of a time? __________________

05-12-2009, 09:17 PM	#14
rays V6 - It just isn't normal Drives: 2010 2LT M6, F250 7.3L Diesel Join Date: May 2009 Location: NH Posts: 266 View My Garage	Red Top Optima #Delivers higher peak amps faster than conventional batteries # Provides up to twice the life of conventional batteries # More consistent voltage across the discharge curve # Superior cold and hot weather performance vs. conventional batteries # Available in models with SAE posts, stainless threaded studs, or both # Spill-proof, even if the case is physically ruptured #Will not off-gas in normal operation, eliminating fumes, odor & corrosion #Over 14x more shock and vibration resistant than conventional batteries #Provides more power from a smaller package #True zero maintenance #Holds charge better during periods of nonuse #Operates in any position without spilling __________________ 2LT RS M6 RJT Black leather 4/29/2009 Ordered 6/24 6000 Delivered

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