Beware of Internet Batteries!

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Whiteyprius, Aug 17, 2014.

  1. Whiteyprius

    Whiteyprius Active Member

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    I just had the experience of having to replace the 12v battery in my 2008 Prius a second time in only 7 months! And many of you know how hard that job is. This time I found a Duracell brand To replace the Optima "Yellow Top" that I bought over the internet. I'm not going to condemn the Optima - I asked the nice guy at "Batteries Plus Bulbs" why would a battery that was more expensive than the Duracell would have lasted only 7 months. He said that I probably got one that had been sitting on the shelf for a long time. The "Bulbs Plus" guy said that they routinely check (and recharge if necessary) their stock. With my new Duracell, I got a 4 year non-prorated warranty, and a $10 rebate. I paid $179 for it. This business also had a battery for my smart phone that I couldn't find even at the phone store! Kudos for "Batteries Plus Bulbs" Gastonia NC.

    Q10 ? 2
     
    #1 Whiteyprius, Aug 17, 2014
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    please give us a link or the specs for the duracell. i didn't know they made a drop in replacement for the oem. heck, i didn't even know they made car batteries!:p
     
    #2 bisco, Aug 17, 2014
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    #3 Whiteyprius, Aug 17, 2014
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    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    Good to know there is yet another AGM alternative to the GS Yuasa battery sold by Toyota dealers and the Exide battery.
     
    #4 Patrick Wong, Aug 17, 2014
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    4 year full warranty is pretty sweet! is it the exact same size, same posts and vent tube?
     
    #5 bisco, Aug 17, 2014
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    Don't be surprised if it does not have a vent tube.
    A true AGM battery does not need one, even if it IS inside the passenger cabin.
     
    #6 Easy Rider 2, Aug 18, 2014
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