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Originally Posted by JohnnyDaJackal As the title says I think I'm going to replace the car battery on my car soon. I've noticed this past winter it having a hard time cranking in colder temperatures, and even every once in a while now it has a little hesitation if the car hasn't been started in a couple days. I do keep checks on the battery fluid and it's always in the 'good' range.
My car is 5.5 years old but it's only got 50k miles on it. I'm thinking it might be in my best interest to replace the battery now since I have time, and really don't want to get stranded somewhere. The battery is original. Anyway onto my question, I'm wondering what batteries are good? I just did a little googling and found a couple different forums. It seems like Optima are good if you plan on having a crazy audio system, run a RV or do some heavy duty off-roading; which I don't do any. My car is bone stock and a DD. From what people online say getting an Optima is a waste to just get a cheaper alternative. I did notice the Kirkland brand (Costco) being mentioned quite often for good CCA. I think I might go with one of them since they seemed to be priced reasonable and offer a pretty nice warranty.
I am open to other suggestions though.
Any help or suggestions are appreciated.
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I haven't read the replies, but from what I take it, you should definately invest in a battery tender. I've had one of my motorcycles hooked up to my battery tender for a good 7 months (winter included) and it started right up!
You are right about optima batteries, there is no need for a gel cell battery on a stock car with no high power demands. Just look at the label on your stock battery and get one with similar or more cold cranking amps. Nowadays, alot of batteries come with good warranties.