NEED HELP! CHOOSING BATTERY for 2500

[diymirage]

odyssey is the only acceptable option

ODYSSEY® Battery - Official Manufacturer's Site

Welcome to OdysseyBattery.com - the official manufacturer's website for the revolutionary ODYSSEY® battery. It has twice the power and triple the life of conventional lead acid batteries, and is ideal for car, truck and powersports vehicles, as well as marine and heavy duty applications.

www.odysseybattery.com

 

[larrymax]

I went with this.

https://www.weizeus.com/products/we...poyMybYJipCGYZES1TehYWTyDf_Bs0m4aAoYWEALw_wcB

No issues.

 

[Tribblerun]

Thank you so much for all of this advice! It's been really helpful in my (late in life) education on things I am finding I need to know, that I never planned to need to know.

 

[GTyankee]

Larrymax
good luck with your battery

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Du Du Group, Inc.
805 Sentous Avenue,
City Of Industry, CA 91748
United States

batteries made in China

Must be mail order sales

WEIZE Platinum AGM Car Battery BCI Group 94R - 12V 80Ah H7

Boasting an 80AH capacity, our car battery delivers consistent, unwavering power over time. Its unparalleled cycling performance and rapid recharge set it apart from the competition.

www.weizeus.com

 

[mdc1990zr1]

Larrymax
good luck with your battery

Weize batteries are made by HYKOLITY

Hykolity | Lighting | Power | Seasonal Offerings | USA

Discover the brilliance of Hykolity's lighting solutions, empower your space with cutting-edge batteries and power options, and explore our seasonal offerings. Elevate your surroundings with high-quality products. Shop Now!

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Du Du Group, Inc.
805 Sentous Avenue,
City Of Industry, CA 91748
United States

batteries made in China

Must be mail order sales

WEIZE Platinum AGM Car Battery BCI Group 94R - 12V 80Ah H7

Boasting an 80AH capacity, our car battery delivers consistent, unwavering power over time. Its unparalleled cycling performance and rapid recharge set it apart from the competition.

www.weizeus.com

My suggestion is to always get something from someone local. That being said, if there ever is a warranty issue, it could be handled more conveniently. Try Walmart, they are everywhere and others on this forum have had good luck with their batteries. I believe they are made by the former Johnson Controls, the same manufacturer of Interstate.

 

[Scottly]

Am I the only one waiting for RamDon'tCare to answer the question?

 

[andymax]

@Tribblerun To answer your specific questions, a deep cycle/marine battery is not normally used as a starting battery, which explains why you see it is not listed as compatible with your truck. As the name suggests, they are meant for a deep, but slow, power draw and recharge, which is typically a fairly low-current draw/charge on the battery. (think small trolling motor on a fishing boat). You can see that the 550CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) is low relative to the normal starter batteries that are rated for 750+ CCA's. The likely reason it failed is due to the rapid and heavy electric current draw that happens when you start the truck, which that battery is not at all designed for. A normal starting battery is designed for short bursts of heavy current draw, which is why a similar/same size starting battery can be rated for much higher CCA's.

As for "flooded, non AGM", that simply means that battery is flooded with battery acid, also known as electrolyte. This type of battery is commonly called FLA (Flooded Lead Acid). These car batteries have been around forever. You may recall your dad saying to never leave such a battery on a concrete floor, which was correct many years ago but is no longer true.

AGM stands for Absorptive Glass Mat which is, as the name implies, a material designed to absorb and hold the liquid electrolyte which provides a few significant benefits, not the least of which is the electrolyte is no longer spillable. AGM batteries typically cost a bit more and usually last a bit longer than the FLA batteries.

To answer your question about which to buy...either FLA or AGM will work just fine. As several smart folks suggested, it is really best to replace both at the same time (sorry for the hit to the budget!) but if the working battery is also a deep cycle style then it will fail very soon anyway so best to avoid that problem if you can. My suggestion would be to try to find a sale on the AGM where the price is same or close to the FLA, and most auto parts stores or Costco/Sam's Club will install for free.

Good luck and let us know if you have any more questions.

 

[Black1500Ram]

I’d recommend the Walmart AGM brand. so far has outperformed the BOSCH agm I had previous.
Had to have 2 replacements of the Bosch both within warranty at Pep Boys; put the Walmart agm in my gf’s truck at the same time and it’s still cranking strong 3+ years later.

 

[truck2014]

Kirk35: Thanks for this link. Looks like this battery will work, and it's a decent price too.

Go one step further get that same size battery the H7 in the Everstart Platinum AGM from Walmart , $20 each more , and a 4 year free replacement instead of the 3 year on the other . I’m running them , and they’ve been great in my 2014 6.7

 

[truck2014]

My suggestion is to always get something from someone local. That being said, if there ever is a warranty issue, it could be handled more conveniently. Try Walmart, they are everywhere and others on this forum have had good luck with their batteries. I believe they are made by the former Johnson Controls, the same manufacturer of Interstate.

Walmart is the only place I’ll buy my truck batteries. IMO the Everstart from them is as good as it gets for the price , and the warranty. Costco used to be decent, but their warranty is prorated the minute you buy from them .

 

[62Blazer]

Go to any parts stores website, type in your year, make, and model of vehicle and see what comes up. I did that on the Advance Auto Parts website and it recommends a group size H7 battery of 800-850 CCA.
The 550 CCA deep cycle battery that was installed is not the recommended battery. When it says "not compatible" it doesn't necessarily mean you can't install it or it won't start the truck (after all, 12 volts is 12 volts...)....it's just not what is recommended. It's quite a bit too "small" in regards to CCA, and a deep cycle battery isn't the optimum setup to use in this situation.
Most people recommend replacing both batteries at the same time just so they are both fresh and the same age. Out of curiosity is the other battery a matching 550 CCA deep cycle?

 

[Tribblerun]

My suggestion is to always get something from someone local. That being said, if there ever is a warranty issue, it could be handled more conveniently. Try Walmart, they are everywhere and others on this forum have had good luck with their batteries. I believe they are made by the former Johnson Controls, the same manufacturer of Interstate.

Thanks! I do plan to go to Walmart tomorrow and get one of the batteries suggested here.

 

[larrymax]

Larrymax
good luck with your battery

Weize batteries are made by HYKOLITY

Hykolity | Lighting | Power | Seasonal Offerings | USA

Discover the brilliance of Hykolity's lighting solutions, empower your space with cutting-edge batteries and power options, and explore our seasonal offerings. Elevate your surroundings with high-quality products. Shop Now!

www.hykolity.com

Du Du Group, Inc.
805 Sentous Avenue,
City Of Industry, CA 91748
United States

batteries made in China

Must be mail order sales

WEIZE Platinum AGM Car Battery BCI Group 94R - 12V 80Ah H7

Boasting an 80AH capacity, our car battery delivers consistent, unwavering power over time. Its unparalleled cycling performance and rapid recharge set it apart from the competition.

www.weizeus.com

Normally I would agree, but the reviews and research I did, made it make sense. I've had it a year and zero issues. Especially with what I'm running in my truck. I've also never seen anything packed the way this thing was. No core charge either. Maybe it's hidden in the price?

Either way I couldn't be happier.

 

[DILLIGAF]

Odyssey H8

 

[Tribblerun]

@Tribblerun To answer your specific questions, a deep cycle/marine battery is not normally used as a starting battery, which explains why you see it is not listed as compatible with your truck. As the name suggests, they are meant for a deep, but slow, power draw and recharge, which is typically a fairly low-current draw/charge on the battery. (think small trolling motor on a fishing boat). You can see that the 550CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) is low relative to the normal starter batteries that are rated for 750+ CCA's. The likely reason it failed is due to the rapid and heavy electric current draw that happens when you start the truck, which that battery is not at all designed for. A normal starting battery is designed for short bursts of heavy current draw, which is why a similar/same size starting battery can be rated for much higher CCA's.

As for "flooded, non AGM", that simply means that battery is flooded with battery acid, also known as electrolyte. This type of battery is commonly called FLA (Flooded Lead Acid). These car batteries have been around forever. You may recall your dad saying to never leave such a battery on a concrete floor, which was correct many years ago but is no longer true.

AGM stands for Absorptive Glass Mat which is, as the name implies, a material designed to absorb and hold the liquid electrolyte which provides a few significant benefits, not the least of which is the electrolyte is no longer spillable. AGM batteries typically cost a bit more and usually last a bit longer than the FLA batteries.

To answer your question about which to buy...either FLA or AGM will work just fine. As several smart folks suggested, it is really best to replace both at the same time (sorry for the hit to the budget!) but if the working battery is also a deep cycle style then it will fail very soon anyway so best to avoid that problem if you can. My suggestion would be to try to find a sale on the AGM where the price is same or close to the FLA, and most auto parts stores or Costco/Sam's Club will install for free.

Good luck and let us know if you have any more questions.

I hadn't seen this reply before - THANKS! It really helps me to understand at least part of it (the part my non-electrical brain will absorb!). I will follow your suggestions when I go to purchase a battery today.

 

[truck2014]

@Tribblerun To answer your specific questions, a deep cycle/marine battery is not normally used as a starting battery, which explains why you see it is not listed as compatible with your truck. As the name suggests, they are meant for a deep, but slow, power draw and recharge, which is typically a fairly low-current draw/charge on the battery. (think small trolling motor on a fishing boat). You can see that the 550CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) is low relative to the normal starter batteries that are rated for 750+ CCA's. The likely reason it failed is due to the rapid and heavy electric current draw that happens when you start the truck, which that battery is not at all designed for. A normal starting battery is designed for short bursts of heavy current draw, which is why a similar/same size starting battery can be rated for much higher CCA's.

As for "flooded, non AGM", that simply means that battery is flooded with battery acid, also known as electrolyte. This type of battery is commonly called FLA (Flooded Lead Acid). These car batteries have been around forever. You may recall your dad saying to never leave such a battery on a concrete floor, which was correct many years ago but is no longer true.

AGM stands for Absorptive Glass Mat which is, as the name implies, a material designed to absorb and hold the liquid electrolyte which provides a few significant benefits, not the least of which is the electrolyte is no longer spillable. AGM batteries typically cost a bit more and usually last a bit longer than the FLA batteries.

To answer your question about which to buy...either FLA or AGM will work just fine. As several smart folks suggested, it is really best to replace both at the same time (sorry for the hit to the budget!) but if the working battery is also a deep cycle style then it will fail very soon anyway so best to avoid that problem if you can. My suggestion would be to try to find a sale on the AGM where the price is same or close to the FLA, and most auto parts stores or Costco/Sam's Club will install for free.

Good luck and let us know if you have any more questions.

Walmart will also install for free if not mistaken . The problem with Costco is warranty , as said its prorated the minute you buy it , as where the AGM Everstart from Walmart is 4 years free replacement ,no prorate . No idea with Sam's ,possibly the same as Walmart , will have to check to see what their prices ,and warranty are . As far as Costco I'd stay away from them because of their warranty ,and their batteries are no real bargain . Not many batteries from Walmart out there for the money with the warranty they have .

 

[turkeybird56]

I hadn't seen this reply before - THANKS! It really helps me to understand at least part of it (the part my non-electrical brain will absorb!). I will follow your suggestions when I go to purchase a battery today.

NOT ONE, REPLACE Both, U replace both batteries at the same time in a truck that have them parallel, such as your Cummins.

 

[truck2014]

Normally I would agree, but the reviews and research I did, made it make sense. I've had it a year and zero issues. Especially with what I'm running in my truck. I've also never seen anything packed the way this thing was. No core charge either. Maybe it's hidden in the price?

Either way I couldn't be happier.

I'm sure they are okay batteries , I have a Weize 100 amp lithium for my trolling motor on my inflatable pontoon boat , comes with a 10 year warranty ,would hate to have to deal with the warranty having purchased it from Amazon , it may not be bad ,but I can just about guarantee you ,it will be now no where as easy as driving to a Walmart ,and get it replaced . I am thinking the only advantage would probably be someone that does not live very close to a Walmart or big box store that sells our batteries . I have no idea where you bought that Weize ,but I would guess online ?? I also see it's only a three year warranty , being a AGM , I would think it would be a 4 year like Walmart .

Only reason I bought that Lithium from Amazon is you just can't go anywhere ,and buy Lithium . If it wasn't for weight ,and easy handling ,I would stay with AGM for my pontoon ,but the AGM's are no fun to carry around .

 

[Tribblerun]

Walmart will also install for free if not mistaken . The problem with Costco is warranty , as said its prorated the minute you buy it , as where the AGM Everstart from Walmart is 4 years free replacement ,no prorate . No idea with Sam's ,possibly the same as Walmart , will have to check to see what their prices ,and warranty are . As far as Costco I'd stay away from them because of their warranty ,and their batteries are no real bargain . Not many batteries from Walmart out there for the money with the warranty they have .

Very frustrating last night when we went to Walmart to pick up the Everstart 850 CCA batteries I had purchased online, received confirmations for, and then texts that they were ready and waiting for us to pick up. When we got there they couldn't find them anywhere, and had nothing in stock that would fit our truck (GRRRRR!)!! Since we have a trip planned today, we had five minutes before they closed to run over to O'reilly's across the street to see what they had. We ended up purchasing 2 of the batteries shown below.

 

[truck2014]

Very frustrating last night when we went to Walmart to pick up the Everstart 850 CCA batteries I had purchased online, received confirmations for, and then texts that they were ready and waiting for us to pick up. When we got there they couldn't find them anywhere, and had nothing in stock that would fit our truck (GRRRRR!)!! Since we have a trip planned today, we had five minutes before they closed to run over to O'reilly's across the street to see what they had. We ended up purchasing 2 of the batteries shown below.

Thats unfortunate, they have always had the batteries ( H7 ) on the shelve at my local Walmart. $40 more a piece , and they appear to be non AGM at O’reillys . Most likely not as good a warranty either .

I would have liked you to have got a pair of Everstarts , I think you would have like them. . Hopefully what you got will serve you well .