Also, that post suggests that our FGF's use batteries with rear "screw in" posts like modern GM vehicles, which is not the case. Top post batteries only.
I like batteries that are good for 5+ years. I used to swear by Sear Die-Hards, but have had good results with the better DuraLast batteries lately. I remember reading that there is only 1 vehicle battery maker in the US anymore and all these batteries come from that 1 source (those made in the US)
2012 Mustang Boss 302 #1918, Competition Orange. FGF replacement 2006 Mustang V6 Pony, Vista Blue. Factory ordered. 2019 BMW X3 (Titled to the wife, but I'm always driving it for her. So I'm claiming it) Old projects, gone but not forgotten: 1967 FB 400, original CA car. After 22 years of work, trashed by the guy who was supposed to paint it. I had to sell it. 1980 Turbo Trans Am 1970 Mustang fastback, 351C 4Bbl, auto 1988 Mustang GT, 5 speed 1983 F-150 4x4, built 302 1994 Chevy K2500 HD 4x4, 454 TBI
I've been using the Interstate Mega-tron 24 800 CCA that I purchased when I picked up the car to try to get it running. It has worked great with good cranking amps.
However I want a GM Deco R59 for my restored car now. It only has 720 CCA and I wonder how it will do. It would make the engine compartment more original and correct.
Like the looks of those batteries Harold, but I have a tough time paying $300 every 3 years as I have not had good long term luck with them. The company (Restoration Battery) says you should fully charge them once a month, but not use trickle chargers on them ever. One other note....the battery inside these cases if very very small. Just has a big outer shell, so you are not getting many plates.
Good luck...hope you have better experience than me.
I bought a Series 24 Sears Diehard Gold battery 6 years ago for $118. It was working great until my Battery Tender fried and the battery was drained dead. It hasn't been the same since. The Battery Topper will fit as the battery is the exact same size as it was in 69. Not sure if they sell them anymore
I asked about how they handle the warranty since I hear they do not last long. Here is their reply. They mention to use a battery maintainer. They had them for 236 + 30 shipping.
"Our batteries have a good record of longevity. The biggest thing is to properly maintain them since they are generally in cars that are not used much. Sitting is the worst thing for any battery. You want to keep the charge voltage up while not in use by using a battery maintainer or giving a full charge once a month. The battery should also be disconnected from the car to avoid parasitic draws while in storage. There is a 4 year pro rate warranty. You would call to get a return number and send the battery back direct for inspection. Upon inspection the amount credit is determines by taking the purchase price / 48 months (4 years) and multiplying by the age of the battery. This would be how much credit was used, the remaining would be the credit left towards the replacement. Thank You - axionpower "
