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Originally Posted by Belmont Resident
One year Consumer reports rated the batteries at NAPA very high. I needed several replaced and purchased them from NAPA for my boat, truck and SUV. The truck batteries lasted 1 year the boat 2 seasons and the SUV which is hardly ever used still has the battery in it, but it has never had that kick that a good battery has.
I have since paid $200 a piece for Sears Platinum diehard batteries which have so far lasted 3 problem free years in my diesel plow truck. With starting, electric plow, duel strobe lights and heater running it beats batteries up. The Sears batteries have a 4 year replacement warrantee.
Many swear by interstate including the diesel repair shop that I use.
Just saying Sam’s club and Walmart may have a good battery but then again it may only last a year.
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Just remember, Sears does not manufacture batteries. They buy from one if not all of the big three US battery manufacturers Exide, Johnson Controls, and East Penn. Can't comment on the NAPA batteries as I have no idea who made them. Could be from China...
East Penn is currently manufacturing the Duracell batteries.
http://www.dekabatteries.com/default.aspx?pageid=1491
They are the exact same case and all as the highly regarded Deka batteries.
Price does not determine a batteries longevity or capability. Cold cranking amps, marine cranking amps, reserve capacity and amp hour rating does. I would never use an auto battery for my trolling motor or my boat. Each requires a different type of battery. Deep cycle and CCA amps are important for my boat and deep cycle and reserve capacity are important for my trolling motor. I also prefer the AGM for it's complete maintenance free characteristics.
For the money you won't beat what Sam's has to offer. I merely brought it up for those looking to save a few bucks. I'm sure the money saved will be needed for the gas tank this summer!
Dan