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Norcal Spotted and BS Thread

Discussion in 'Northern California' started by PreRunnerSeth, Sep 23, 2009.

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  1. Jul 30, 2014 at 3:50 PM
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    t.hornstra

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    Alright guys, my battery has died twice in the past 2 days. I think it's on its way out.

    What are you guys running? I'm thinking of running to either O'reillys or Vatozone here this afternoon.

    I had my radio playing while I changed the oil (~30mins) and the truck wouldn't start up or even roll the windows back up.
     
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  2. Jul 30, 2014 at 3:56 PM
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    I think optima batteries are good. Pretty sure thats what Bama toy includes in his stage 3 electrical system upgrade kits. no clue if they sell those at auto zone/oriellys..
     
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  3. Jul 30, 2014 at 3:58 PM
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    ...too much shit to list.
    If you're getting a cheap battery, why not pay less. Costco battery will get you the same thing, cost less, and with a better warranty.

    If you want a sealed gel cell, Die Hard Platinum or Optima.
     
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  4. Jul 30, 2014 at 4:01 PM
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    They do. I just can't justify optima's anymore. They use to be rock solid but I've heard stories of them having problems since they moved production to mexico.

    I might just look into the duralast gold/yellow since it's half the price and just as good of reviews. The Optima's just look so pretty.
     
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  5. Jul 30, 2014 at 4:08 PM
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    Duralast and Optima are both made by Johnson Controls (in Mexico). Just saying....

    My JC Optima red top in the wife's 4runner is 3 years old and running strong.
     
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  6. Jul 30, 2014 at 4:09 PM
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    Good to know. that seems to happen a lot.. Companies expand too fast/get bought out then the product flip flops and turns to shit. Don't know the whole story but I'm sure they did it to either expand or save $..

    Edit: Thats funny they are made by the same company.. ^
     
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  7. Jul 30, 2014 at 4:13 PM
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    Costco (Kirkland) batteries are also made by Johnson Controls FWIW.

    EDIT
    Partial list of JC manufactured batteries:

    Acura Dealer
    Advance Auto Parts
    Alliance
    Amara Raja Batteries Ltd.
    American Hardware
    Autocraft
    AutoZone (Duralast)
    Battery Alliance
    Blain's Farm & Fleet
    Bosch
    Car and Driver (Target)
    Continental Dephi
    Champion
    EverStart (Walmart)
    Interstate Green Top, Ameriton, Cranking, Mega-Tron
    Kmart
    Kirkland (Costco)
    Mazda Dealer
    Mitsubishi Dealer
    Motorcraft
    NAPA
    Optima
    Sears (DieHard) Gold
     
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  8. Jul 30, 2014 at 4:43 PM
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    Johnson Controls acquired Optima Batteries Inc, circa 2000, and moved production a few years later.
     
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  9. Jul 30, 2014 at 7:41 PM
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    Spotted in downtown Danville 88213FEF-63AF-4A42-B0D5-A7E4D5D70BD1_938a2e097396ab876998242bf3118647db4f5f28.jpg
     
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  10. Jul 30, 2014 at 8:25 PM
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    Very nice. Haven't seen that rig around before. Whoever it is should come to slick rock this weekend
     
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  11. Jul 30, 2014 at 8:30 PM
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    Yes i do agree
     
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  12. Jul 30, 2014 at 8:44 PM
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    I had one of my techs install mine with daystar cradles... went hella fast on a lift. Pretty much cut off the bumpstops with a high speed chop saw, mount the brackets, line shit up, tighten and route hoses, then leak test. Definitely get the Daystar cradles, makes a huge difference if you throw your truck on a lift ever, wont rip the bags. Some places won't service your truck without a 4 post instead of a 2 post for fear of tearing the bags.
     
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  13. Jul 30, 2014 at 9:06 PM
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    I've heard good things about optima as well
     
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  14. Jul 30, 2014 at 9:11 PM
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    They're so cheap I was going to get cradles for sure. Not much to pay for ease and peace of mind. Thanks brudda
     
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  15. Jul 31, 2014 at 8:37 AM
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    Anyone interested in a used bed extender? Not sure on price, shoot me an offer.
     
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  16. Jul 31, 2014 at 8:54 AM
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    Black Plastiderp Front Emblem and Grille Surround, Relocated Horns, Bed Mat w/ bolt mod, Precision Fit seat covers, Anytime Fog Light Mod, Console and Glove Box Organizers, DIY Washable Cabin Air Filter, Pop N Lock Tailgate Latch, K B Voodoo Bed Brackets
    Where are you buying yours from?
     
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  17. Jul 31, 2014 at 1:03 PM
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    Cradles or bags? Cradles I can get on Amazon with my Prime account for I think $74. Haven't looked terribly close at the bags yet, me and the fiance want to get kayaks and that'll also demand a way to transport them so I'm holding onto the money for now. Roof rack, Tracrac, bed extender and rope,etc,.
     
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  18. Jul 31, 2014 at 1:03 PM
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    Saw this guy on 101 north in Santa Rosa about an hour ago. Looked a tad sketch from my view...

    [​IMG]
     
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  19. Jul 31, 2014 at 1:16 PM
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    Sketch? Maybe a little :)
     
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  20. Jul 31, 2014 at 1:30 PM
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    Hello NorCal!


    Saw this this morning in Petaluma at Lakeville and D
    [​IMG]
     
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