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Subject:Re: Optima batteries
From:Mike Elliott
Date:Fri, 9 May 2008 11:10:20 -0700

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On 5/9/2008 9:34 AM Neil2 wrote:

> I've always considered marine batteries a misapplication for a primary auto
> (starting).  Even so much as thinking 'you can't do that'.  After reading
> the Optima website it seems my recent suspicions are correct.  Peeps are
> using 'marine' batteries for other than 'aux' purposes.  Or IOW, Optima is
> marketing their products as a starting battery for autos.  Am I incorrect or
> what?
>
> I don't mind techie talk in this area cause I understand the theories.
> Please elucidate.
>
> --
> Neil
> '82 Diesel Westy
> Peace of
>