Re: Start batteries Reply #25 – June 02, 2017, 05:53:31 pm Just spoke to auto zone they have the duralast 24 in stock for $94 plus tax . As always I am in a CG , need to strategically place dog pen to block view of security staff as I pull batteries and clean every connection I can find . Missy ( my four legged friend) normally deters any unwelcome attention !!!!! Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #26 – June 02, 2017, 06:19:24 pm Don't know about group 24, but look at group 34 for start batteries. Freighliner often has sales on them. The are in the 1000 CCA range. Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #27 – June 02, 2017, 06:34:47 pm Wolf Tried to find frieghtliner battery's and unable to nail them down, is there a specific model or number or supplier ?? Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #28 – June 02, 2017, 06:45:18 pm Try Freightlinner truck dealer near you then search parts. Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #29 – June 02, 2017, 06:51:27 pm Found a local dealer, , solid post connections is part 31P925 $97 , the threaded posts are $80 but would involve new interlink cables Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #30 – June 02, 2017, 08:26:25 pm Update Frieghtline do a post adaptor for $3 so may go that route until I have opportunity to make new link connections. Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #31 – June 02, 2017, 08:32:19 pm Jimmy,From another forum, here are the battery manufacturers. Johnson Controls has an excellent track record and owns Deka Batteries.Quote:"I'm shopping for a replacement for my Optima and don't want to by more junk. O'Reilly Auto Parts - East Penn (Deka)Autozone Duralast - Johnson ControlsAdvance Auto Parts - Johnson ControlsCarquest - East Penn (Deka)Walmart / Sam's - Exide(?)AC Delco - Johnson Controls" End quotePierce Quote Selected 1 Likes
Re: Start batteries Reply #32 – June 02, 2017, 08:37:12 pm Is Trojan still around, and are they rebranded also? Had good luck with Trojans on the boat. Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #33 – June 02, 2017, 08:59:02 pm Believe East Penn [Deka] and Johnson Controls and Trojan are separate companies, all US owned and good qualityhttp://www.johnsoncontrols.com/batteries/lead-acid-batteries/batteryCorporate Profile | Trojan Battery Companyhttp://www.eastpennmanufacturing.com/applications/trucks-buses-equipment/ Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #34 – June 02, 2017, 09:02:11 pm Just looking through all the options and frieghtline Looks to have best prices Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #35 – June 02, 2017, 09:14:47 pm This site shows the link between Johnson and Deka: Johnson Battery Company :: Batteries Perhaps they are close partners.Pierce Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #36 – June 02, 2017, 09:30:24 pm Quote from: Pierce & Gaylie Stewart – June 02, 2017, 09:14:47 pmThis site shows the link between Johnson and Deka: Johnson Battery Company :: Batteries Perhaps they are close partners.PierceYes looks like they resell them.Johnson Battery is the exclusive Deka motive power battery representative in Georgia, North and Central Florida. Our Company maintains an inventory of 200+ new Deka batteries and over 50 Certified Reconditioned batteries in stock to offer quick delivery to our customers which results in decreased downtime. Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #37 – June 02, 2017, 09:44:27 pm Just got 2 Trojan house batteries from Continental battery about $500 each,were rated higher than Oreily's. Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #38 – June 02, 2017, 11:21:24 pm I have always heard that Trojan was an excellent name in batteries. Lots of them in golf carts.P Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #39 – June 05, 2017, 08:02:07 pm Just bought three frieghtliner start batteries, had to stick with solid post as they with only accept like for like on core exchange, anyway final cost out of door $315 . Wow do they spin the motor on start up !! Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #40 – June 05, 2017, 08:05:07 pm Physically much bigger than the lifelines they replaced. Looks like these may have been original size fitted by foretravel Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #41 – June 05, 2017, 08:13:07 pm I downloaded and blew the photo up. 31 series with 2775 CCA and 5/17 dates. Take out the Cummins and put an electric motor in. Nice installation and you even have the correct cable connections. Good job.Pierce Quote Selected 1 Likes
Re: Start batteries Reply #42 – June 05, 2017, 08:17:53 pm Thanks pierce, the nice installation is down to advice from this forum and good luck ! I was shocked at how it spun the motor compared to lifelines! Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #43 – June 05, 2017, 08:57:59 pm Since I managed to run over and crush my battery tender plus that I used to charge old lifelines, now looking for new charger recommendations? Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #44 – June 05, 2017, 09:41:37 pm Quote from: Jimmyjnr – June 05, 2017, 08:57:59 pmSince I managed to run over and crush my battery tender plus that I used to charge old lifelines, now looking for new charger recommendations? Either another Battery Tender or install a Trik-l-start Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #45 – June 05, 2017, 09:49:59 pm Consider battery minder brand. 1500 model is what I use. Adds desulfation and is approved for optima. They also have a temp monitor available if you want to go crazy Quote Selected
Re: Start batteries Reply #46 – June 05, 2017, 10:33:51 pm I've been using a 2 amp for 8 years. 13.1 volts while on shore power.Pierce Quote Selected