I would say Interstate is normally high on the list of most tests. If the
car sits frequently I would recommend the Optima Redtop. I have one in my
Miata and it sat for over a year and it started without a jump. I only have
about 3 years or so but have been very pleased with the starting power and
long charge holding ability. On the Miata it suffers from a long battery run
like the Vanagon as it is in the trunk (and unlike the the Vanagon the motor
is under the hood!) The motor spins much faster when starting.

On 1/2/06, Zoran Mladen <zmaninco@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> I have personal experience with two - one in a Vanagon and one in a
> Passat.  Both died within the two year warranty period.  Even though they
> give free replacements within the two year period, its not a very comforting
> feeling.  The only reason I have these is that they were in cars I
> purchased.  If I am buying a battery, I only go with Interstate.
>
> Z
>
> Gerald Masar <azsun99@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote:
> Looks like a new battery is in my future for the '88 Westy.
> I usually buy, and have had good service from, Diehard International, but
> Sears is a
> 100 mile RT and I would wait 'till they are on sale.
> In the meantime, any opinions on EverStart batteries from WalMart?
>
> Thanks,
> Jerry
>
>
>
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