Optima Yellow Vs Red
11-17-04, 11:40 AM
#1
Optima Yellow Vs Red
I realize the Yellows are better for deep cycle applications but what do you guys think of this chart:
For starting, the red seems better than "typical" batteries but the yellow is not quite as impressive. Does it really matter? Feedback please.
For starting, the red seems better than "typical" batteries but the yellow is not quite as impressive. Does it really matter? Feedback please.
11-17-04, 01:19 PM
#4
Originally posted by UptownGS
unless you live in ANtartica and dont drive your car for a few days at times.. that small difference makes no difference to me.
unless you live in ANtartica and dont drive your car for a few days at times.. that small difference makes no difference to me.
11-17-04, 01:35 PM
#5
Lexus Test Driver
There are other advantages to having a Optima other than just the chart. One being that the battery will last up to twice as long. So if you plan on keeping the car for a while and factor in the cost of the hassle of getting another battery it may be worth it to you. I would like to own one, but I think when the time comes I will just go to Costco and get a Kirkland at less than half the price and made by the same company as Optima (Johnson Controls).
Last edited by mikey00; 11-17-04 at 01:38 PM.
11-17-04, 01:42 PM
#6
Originally posted by mikey00
There are other advantages to having a Optima other than just the chart. One being that the battery will last up to twice as long. So if you plan on keeping the car for a while and factor in the cost of the hassle of getting another battery it may be worth it to you. I would like to own one, but I think when the time comes I will just go to Costco and get a Kirkland at less than half the price and made by the same company as Optima (Johnson Controls).
There are other advantages to having a Optima other than just the chart. One being that the battery will last up to twice as long. So if you plan on keeping the car for a while and factor in the cost of the hassle of getting another battery it may be worth it to you. I would like to own one, but I think when the time comes I will just go to Costco and get a Kirkland at less than half the price and made by the same company as Optima (Johnson Controls).
As for the Kirkland one, are you saying it is basically a red without the optima "shape"?
11-17-04, 02:20 PM
#7
Lexus Test Driver
I'm sorry, I thought the previous poster was saying there wasn't enough difference between a conventional battery and Optima. You are correct, comparing red to yellow the extra life advantage is not there. The Kirkland is a conventional battery.
Now just comparing red to yellow. The yellow is made for deep cycle, many discharges and recharges and can also hold a charge longer for seasonal type vehicles. Optima claims it can sit for a year at room temperature and still start a car. That doesn't necessarily mean yellow is better. This comes at the cost of starting power as you can see in the chart. Unless you have the need for deep discharges or want to let your RX sit for months at a time, I would go for the extra starting power of red.
Now just comparing red to yellow. The yellow is made for deep cycle, many discharges and recharges and can also hold a charge longer for seasonal type vehicles. Optima claims it can sit for a year at room temperature and still start a car. That doesn't necessarily mean yellow is better. This comes at the cost of starting power as you can see in the chart. Unless you have the need for deep discharges or want to let your RX sit for months at a time, I would go for the extra starting power of red.
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11-17-04, 04:55 PM
#8
Lexus Champion
but if you run a high powered audio system or extra power outlets in your car then use the Yellow. from my understanding the red is nice but just a buffed up version of your regular brand battery. The yellow w/ its Deep cycle property is really what you pay for.
11-18-04, 12:57 AM
#10
Originally posted by O. L. T.
Neither, look up US-AMPS SPL 2000
2000 continuous amps
Neither, look up US-AMPS SPL 2000
2000 continuous amps
11-20-04, 04:18 PM
#13
Originally posted by lexusondubs
neo i have the red top because if its high cranking power and the fact that it has a 3 year FULL replacement warranty no prorated crap
neo i have the red top because if its high cranking power and the fact that it has a 3 year FULL replacement warranty no prorated crap
Works great. Even the lights (interior and exterior) seems a little brighter.
The positive terminal is a little small and it is a reach for the connector. It is in there now so the car can run but I'll need to remedy this soon.This is just my personal experience so far. The thread was meant more as a feedback location so that members with future battery decision can get some benefit.
For future reference, the battery I got was the D34/78. Even though it is not listed on the optima battery finder, I think this is the one most people are using.
11-20-04, 07:46 PM
#14
Lexus Champion
had my sub and amp installed today... w/ the yellow top my lights are still dimming everytime the bass hits hard. 
I think I'm going to swtich out the battery post connectors first and see if that makes a difference... if not then I guess a new alt is on the way.... another un-planned mod. 
I think I'm going to swtich out the battery post connectors first and see if that makes a difference... if not then I guess a new alt is on the way.... another un-planned mod.
11-20-04, 08:37 PM
#15
Originally posted by UptownGS
I think I'm going to swtich out the battery post connectors first and see if that makes a difference... if not then I guess a new alt is on the way.... another un-planned mod.
I think I'm going to swtich out the battery post connectors first and see if that makes a difference... if not then I guess a new alt is on the way.... another un-planned mod.