[DML] Re: Deep Cycle

["dcsj4465" <dcsj@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Andrew,

I have a RED top Optima in my car also. However, it is the second 
one! I had to get it warranty replaced at 16 months in service 
because 
of a dead cell. Just my luck, the guy at the counter said I was only 
the second person that they had ever had to do a warranty replacement 
on 
an optima before. 
 
 I happened to be in a local Batteries Plus store A few weeks ago. 
Just out of couriosity I asked the store owner, what the difference 
was between the regular Optima Red top and the Yellow top Deep cycle.
Because I was thinking of maybe doing the same thing. He explained to 
me what the difference was inturnally between the two. He explained 
the differences of constuction and how a Starting (RED) top battery 
works as opposed to the Deep Cycle(Yellow) top battery relative to 
current flow thru them. HE was the one who recommended NOT to use it 
as a starting battery. I'm no Battery expert. But I have to consider 
him to be the knowledgable source on the matter. Btw. when you 
purchased your battery did you install it or a serivce shop? You 
might want to check the warranty to see if its covered in your 
application of use.

BTW:He never said you couldn't use one. He just recomended not using 
it and explained why. I'm just passing the info along.

Dennis 5180



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