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Re: Optima vs. Interstate Posted by Justin VanAbrahams [Email] (#32) [Profile/Gallery] (more from Justin VanAbrahams) on Fri, 12 Jan 2001 15:44:46 In Reply to: Optima vs. Interstate, jaym, Fri, 12 Jan 2001 13:31:50 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
I just swapped an Optima Megatron in my '86 900S with a Optima Red-Top. I also moved the battery from front to back in the process, so it isn't a one-to-one comparison. The Interstate was not bad, however - about a year old - and will be making its new home in a 99.
FWIW, the Optima spins the starter faster, and my little VDO voltmeter says that the voltsga is more stable. I've not yet pushed it, but it hasn't failed to start the car even after two hours of stereo tuning in the driveway - I've got a decent stereo installation (two amps, head, changer, etc.) so that's a good test.
I can't say whether or not it's worth the extra money as a stock replacement, but given the option and money being no object, I'd highly recommend them.
-Justin
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