aparently i need a new battery for the SS ... where is the cheapest local place to get a decent battery? wouldn't mind a redtop, but everywhere i've seen charges out the **** for them.

 

Last I looked, AZ had Optima red tops for $109.99 + tax. About $20 - $30 cheaper than most places.

 

Got my battery at walmart for a real good price...
Can't remember the name of the battery offhand and can't check it for ya cause the car is out w/its future owner right now.

I think i paid $59 for it though.

 

Did your battery's cell go from green to red? I assume you have the 5 yr. Delco.

 

get one from discount auto... I never really had any problems with them, and when I did usually under warranty.


Not sure how optima batteries do but I have heard lots of people use them. But the thing is batteries go bad early because of the high heat conditions in FL, thats why I usually go with a mid-range one at advanced auto or sears for like $40, usually comes with 3-4 year warranty, and usually went bad before that and gets replaced for free.

 

NAPA for an Interstate, or an Optima from Advance Auto.

 

the check ball thing?

yea 5 year delco

i think the ball is still at the bottom of the battery... not sure

 

A little info. There are only a few battery manufacturers. (they make them for other companys and put there label on it).

Save a few bucks and get a everstart from walmart. You wont be disappointed.

 

At my work (sam's) we have the 75's for $50 )2 yr free replace ment 7 yrs total) and spiral cell DT-35 for $94 (3 year free warranty plus extended). Not sure what kind you had in mind, but just giving you more choices.

 

Yeah, I once heard that roughly 75% of batteries are made by Exxon.

 

Exide.

I picked up my battery (Kirkland Signature brand) at Costco in June of 2000. Still going. $42.