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Truck battery done

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TACOtrd1106, Jul 15, 2016.

  1. Jul 15, 2016 at 9:29 PM
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    TACOtrd1106

    TACOtrd1106 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So it is time for me to get a new battery.
    What do you guys recommend?
    I bought the optima red, and realized the the terminals were opposite and my leads were too short. And I was reading bad reviews on this battery as well. So I will be returning it tomorrow.
     
  2. Jul 15, 2016 at 9:34 PM
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    Pigpen

    Pigpen My truck is never clean

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  3. Jul 15, 2016 at 10:03 PM
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    Asianguywithatruk

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  4. Jul 16, 2016 at 9:53 AM
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    fla_sun

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    I just installed the NorthStar 24F. Does all that I need it for.
    After my employee discount it was well worth it.
     
  5. Jul 16, 2016 at 8:16 PM
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    TACOtrd1106

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    Damn that northstar is pricey I don't think I could justify the price.
    I ended up exchanging for another optima red with the terminals in the correct in the right position. I figure I give it a shot
     
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  6. Jul 16, 2016 at 11:55 PM
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    Norton

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    +1.

    I've had good experiences with Interstate MEGA-TRON PLUS batteries.
     
  7. Jul 17, 2016 at 12:00 AM
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    Chuy

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  8. Jul 22, 2016 at 1:02 PM
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    Jagfan904

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  9. Jul 22, 2016 at 1:06 PM
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    TacomaMike37

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    Agreed. Dont get the love of Northstars on this forum, they have solid specs but at the price they charging I can buy two of another brand that are just as good and offer better warranties.

    OP, find a battery with longest warranty that meets oem specs and buy the bitch.
     
  10. Jul 22, 2016 at 1:10 PM
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    Drainbung

    Drainbung Somedays you are the show....

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    Mine just gave up the ghost last week. Went with an Interstate 27F, same dimensions as the OEM, $140 out the door.
     

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