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Old Nov 20, 2007 | 09:15 PM
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Default Optima VS Kinetik Power Cells

Hi all,
I need to replace my stock batteries for my 2003 Accord and MDX. Has anyone used either one? any opinions? Thanks all, Dave
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Old Nov 21, 2007 | 01:03 PM
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I haven't used either one, but here's my opinion. Unless you are demanding alot from your battery by running a big audio system or other accessories that suck like mad, any decent auto store battery that meets the CCA specs and fits your vehicle is good enough. If you are constantly drawing a huge load from the battery, an expensive high capacity battery will only last as long as the alternator can recharge it sufficiently. It will eventually run out of poop.
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Old Nov 21, 2007 | 04:14 PM
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actually,

if its dry cell it will last longer, expecially if you kill it. it won't "remember" and will be able to retain a full charge after.

Having a more powerful battery, as long as it doesn't go over the CCA, is not a bad idea at all, the alternator will cycle on and off less, and provide more power incase of future upgrades. But that is if you want to spend the extra money
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Old Nov 23, 2007 | 12:52 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by sony224422 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">actually,

if its dry cell it will last longer, expecially if you kill it. it won't "remember" and will be able to retain a full charge after.

Having a more powerful battery, as long as it doesn't go over the CCA, is not a bad idea at all, the alternator will cycle on and off less, and provide more power incase of future upgrades. But that is if you want to spend the extra money</TD></TR></TABLE>

Lead acid batteries don't have memory. You can however destroy them with neglect and abuse.

You can have a battery rated for WAY over the CCA requirements for your car. It won't hurt a thing.

A battery charge will have to be eventually replenished by the alternator regardless of how big it is. You can't get something for nothing.
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