Which 12v battery should I buy?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by DonVentura, Mar 20, 2013.

  1. DonVentura

    DonVentura SoCal Prius Driver

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    I've searched and can't find any of the posts I read last year about 12v battery options.
    Besides Optimal, Exide AGM & Toyota battery I remember some options some folks are using a mobility battery. Can anyone direct me to those posts or give me your opinion please. I need a new battery ASAP. Thanks
     
    #1 DonVentura, Mar 20, 2013
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    i would go with optima, just make sure it's charged before installing.
     
    #2 bisco, Mar 20, 2013
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    In the US, you will not find other AGM batteries with external venting and JIS posts in the correct size and orientation.
     
    #3 JimboPalmer, Mar 20, 2013
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    Thanks for the replies, looks like I'm getting an Optima.
     
    #4 DonVentura, Mar 21, 2013
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    Ideally you would buy a larger one! I expect that one will become available at some point.
     
    #5 hlunde, Mar 22, 2013
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    You might find this thread helpful. http://priuschat.com/threads/fitting-mobility-12volt-agm-battery.122920/
     
    #6 SteveLee, Mar 23, 2013
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