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Alright, well I think it coming up on time for batteries in my truck. The truck is 5.5 years old, so the batteries have to be at least that old. I've also noticed that the cranking doesn't wind up like it used to. I had one -5 deg morning start where I couldn't plug it in, and it took me 3 sessions of cranking before it fired up, and on the 3rd one, I could hear the starter RPMs starting to fall down. Besides that, I've never gotten more than 3 years out of a battery before these... so the peace of mind factor is starting to take over. Anyway.. I'm looking at the Interstate MTP 65's. I bought, kept a few years, and sold, a motorhome with a set of these and it's probably the only one I've ever not had to touch the batteries in. I'm interested in input some of you might have on Interstate Batteries, and even some of your own, other experiences. This would be the first time I would buy new Interstate B's, and futhermore, the first time I would be buying a set of batteries for a diesel truck. Thanks guys.
__________________ 2003 RED F-250 Lariat FX4
SuperCab, Short Box, 6.0L, Torqueshift
"1991" Sun-Lite Pop/Up Slide-In Camper
DIY-Coolant Filter
137,000 as of 1/26/2012
3/19/11, Converted to (red) Delo ELC, new bottle & cap, all temps reading good, orig EGR & OIL coolers, probably thanks to the coolant filter, and previously frequently flushed Motorcrap Gold.
I was going to say Interstate batteries when I saw the title of your post. I have installed them on large tractors, trucks and pickups. I cant say enough good things about them. The ones I used to buy when I farmed where called Interstate "Workaholics". If you had those batteries you had one less thing to worry about. I had some that where seven years old and never had a problem with them.
Interstate is good bang for your buck. I use Red Tops, more expensive yes, but peace of mind is worth alot to me!
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03 F-350 DRW Lariat 7.3,4x4 6-Speed, 4.10Gears , 4 inch ProComp lift, BFG AT LT315/75R16, 3 in. spacer between duals.
GT38R 1.0 Housing
Banks Monster Exhaust, w/Turbo Elbow, AFE Stage 2 Cold Air Kit, South Bend Stage 2 Clutch and Cyro'ed Flywheel
DP 80econ -Stuck there for now because someone stole my SCT box
2 Optima Red Tops
Auto Meter Boost and Pyro Gauges
8,200lbs---Cat Scale---Thats me and and 38 Gallons of Diesel
1987 Mustang GT Cobra Clone- crate motor, cage and more suspension than I know what to do with
Loves to run down Vettes and Vipers on the road course
Cool.. thanks for the replies. I will definately check out the other batteries...price, reviews, etc. I appreciate the input. My local Interstate Battery dealer wants about $220 for a pair. Thanks again guys.
__________________ 2003 RED F-250 Lariat FX4
SuperCab, Short Box, 6.0L, Torqueshift
"1991" Sun-Lite Pop/Up Slide-In Camper
DIY-Coolant Filter
137,000 as of 1/26/2012
3/19/11, Converted to (red) Delo ELC, new bottle & cap, all temps reading good, orig EGR & OIL coolers, probably thanks to the coolant filter, and previously frequently flushed Motorcrap Gold.
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2008 CC SB Red Lariat 4x4 6.4 Auto
20" Wheels, Nav, Backup Cam, Tailgate step, Line-x, Tint, Afe Intake, Husky Mats.
Gone: 2006 Dark Red CCSB 6.0 and 2002 Red SC SB 7.3.
Any questions about my Mods PM me...
Sears has a Platinum battery that, to me, is as good as the Optima and a helluva lot cheaper and, if memory serves, it's also an AGM like the Optima. If you can pick up a pair of Interstates for $220, you might as well get the stocker Motorcrafts; my dealer wants $115/battery. I still have the original batteries on mine, but I know they'll need to be replaced, probably next year.
__________________ Fred
2004 F-350 CC DRW LB FX4 4x4
Oxford White/Arizona Beige
King Ranch
Herrin Hauler bed
4.10 Trac-Lok
Reman'd 6.0L @43,956 miles
Reman'd Turbo @54,814 miles
optimas are in my boat, yota crawler, travel trailer!!! not 1 prob with them EVER!!!
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06 F350 xlt sport fx4 srw lb cc 6.0 at afe pg7 cai & accufab polished power elbow, zoodad, dieselsite trans filter n coolant filter, fumoto, 4" turbo back exh. readylift 3.5" lift, 17" atx teflon thugs 315/70 firestone destination mt's. jvc cd dvd sirius head unit with 4 infinity kappa speakers 4 channel infinity amp 10" jl console sub 500 watt jl amp microvision dvd & headrest monitors 4 the kiddies in back!
01 chevy monte carlo ex-nascar southwest tour car raced in the american stockcar challenge(2007 champion!!)
02 sanger V210 black scorpion 330hp 2 fat sacks proflight tower 4 infinity 6x9's rf400 watt amp 12w7 jl sub rf 1001bd clarion amfmcdsirius head unit 4 clarion marine speakers 5 ch hifonics amp 10" bazooka sub encl firing a jl 10w3
07 intl 4300 dt466 allison century 612 wrecker alcoa's
04 ford F650 xlt supercab 4dr cat C7 allison century 21 ft carrier alcoa's
97 ford F450 xlt sd 7.3 5 spd century 412 wrecker
What batteries do you have in there now? 5 years and they still work good? I'd replace them with the exact same battery if you haven't had any issues with them. why change.
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03 F-350 DRW Lariat 7.3,4x4 6-Speed, 4.10Gears , 4 inch ProComp lift, BFG AT LT315/75R16, 3 in. spacer between duals.
GT38R 1.0 Housing
Banks Monster Exhaust, w/Turbo Elbow, AFE Stage 2 Cold Air Kit, South Bend Stage 2 Clutch and Cyro'ed Flywheel
DP 80econ -Stuck there for now because someone stole my SCT box
2 Optima Red Tops
Auto Meter Boost and Pyro Gauges
8,200lbs---Cat Scale---Thats me and and 38 Gallons of Diesel
1987 Mustang GT Cobra Clone- crate motor, cage and more suspension than I know what to do with
Loves to run down Vettes and Vipers on the road course
What batteries do you have in there now? 5 years and they still work good? I'd replace them with the exact same battery if you haven't had any issues with them. why change.
However, Optima is a decent battery
I still have the original Motorcraft Batteries in the truck.
__________________ 2003 RED F-250 Lariat FX4
SuperCab, Short Box, 6.0L, Torqueshift
"1991" Sun-Lite Pop/Up Slide-In Camper
DIY-Coolant Filter
137,000 as of 1/26/2012
3/19/11, Converted to (red) Delo ELC, new bottle & cap, all temps reading good, orig EGR & OIL coolers, probably thanks to the coolant filter, and previously frequently flushed Motorcrap Gold.
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Anyway.. I'm looking at the Interstate MTP 65's. I bought, kept a few years, and sold, a motorhome with a set of these and it's probably the only one I've ever not had to touch the batteries in. I'm interested in input some of you might have on Interstate Batteries, and even some of your own, other experiences. This would be the first time I would buy new Interstate B's, and futhermore, the first time I would be buying a set of batteries for a diesel truck. Thanks guys.
3/28/03 F250 6.0L PSD ,TORQSHIFT,CC,SB,FX4,LARIAT
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