Optima Batteries

Jeepjeepster · **Posted:** Wed Jul 20, 2005 6:09 pm

What is the number on the optima red top that fits the libby?

Does it mount the same way as the stock battery with the little clamp at the bottom or what? Im getting a sub and amp put back there if it would ever come in, and im purty sure im going to explode the stock battery lol jk. but im sure it wont last long, so whats the price on that and where do u all buy them from?

CaKJFreedom · **Posted:** Wed Jul 20, 2005 6:52 pm

If you go to Optima's site they have a battery locator by vehicle. It shows no matches for any year liberty. Wierd since some folks have them. Not sure which one would be best but Costco has good prices on them.

jeepkj02 · **Posted:** Wed Jul 20, 2005 7:33 pm

i think the group 34 will fit the 2002-04. the 2005 come with optimas from the factory.

tskalil · **Posted:** Wed Jul 20, 2005 8:07 pm

I believe the Optima batteries are basically one size fits all, with some differences. The red top, the most common in use, has a variation that has side as well as top posts. The blue top is intended for marine use, though not limited to that, and the yellow top is a deep cycle version intended for relatively lighter drain than starting or winching, but over a longer period of time before recharging is necessary. Most people I know use the red top.

Their main assets are long life, dependability, and being leak proof in case you intend to spend a lot of time upside down or sideways. They sometimes are a bit lower powered than the lead acid batteries used for bigger vehicles, probably because of Optima's size and construction. However, the power is more than enough for the Liberty and they don't need any steenking water. I've had a red top in my Wrangler for over 5 years now and it's still going strong despite heavy use including winching. No corrosion, either.

As far as Optima's web site is concerned, their info is not correct. As Nanette pointed out, they don't show a model for the Liberty. So, I looked up one for my Wrangler and they don't show a model for that either! There are many, many in use in Wranglers and other Jeep models. So much for their marketing. The lead acid battery that came in my Renegade measures 10 1/4"L, 7"W, and 8 3/4"H. The red top in my Wrangler is 10 1/4"L, 7"W, and 8 1/4"H. So the Optima is one half inch shorter, which poses no problem. Both have top posts. The Renegade battery is fastened at the bottom, requiring a lip. My red top is fastened with a top cross piece but does have a small lip at the bottom which looks as though it would do. Make sure the battery you buy has a bottom lip in case they've changed the cases. If not, though, you could still get top securing hardware. No bungee cords.

LibertyCRD · **Posted:** Thu Jul 21, 2005 9:18 am

My '05 Liberty CRD came with the Red Top from the factory. You guys want the model number off of it? I'll go out and get it if you want...

barto · **Joined:** Thu Jul 07, 2005 3:20 pm **Posts:** 24

I have an optima in mine. I don't have the model number off hand, but I picked it up at Advanced Auto Parts in Lansing, MI. Basically I had to bend the terminals do that they would reach over the side of the batter, nothing at all that will hurt anything. Just go there and see what they have (any parts store the carries them). I asked about it and I told him I would think about it and he imediately said he would givie it to me for $95 OTD. Not a bad price so I took it.

Bought it after this.

You might not see it but it was rolled and sat there for 3 hours. Batter was completely shot, lost all of its acid. Nobody was hurt and only cost 2500 to get repaired +2 new tires and batter.

longarm · **Posted:** Thu Jul 21, 2005 1:24 pm

Here ya go. This picture was taken just a few minutes ago from my 2005 Limited CRD.

Jeepjeepster · **Posted:** Thu Jul 21, 2005 2:46 pm

Thx longarm, ill save that pic for when i get it.

kjfishman · **Posted:** Thu Jul 21, 2005 2:51 pm

jeepkj02 wrote:

i think the group 34 will fit the 2002-04. the 2005 come with optimas from the factory.

I know CRD's come with Optimas because diesels require more battery to turn over. The 3.7L gets it to?

Guest · **Posted:** Sat Aug 13, 2005 11:44 am

Not sure how I missed this?....

I have a '02 Limited with a factory battery blanket. I use Optima Red top Group 75/35. (Advanced Auto Parts - part # 27980).

FreedomKJ · **Posted:** Sat Aug 13, 2005 2:04 pm

tskalil wrote:

I believe the Optima batteries are basically one size fits all, with some differences. The red top, the most common in use, has a variation that has side as well as top posts. The blue top is intended for marine use, though not limited to that, and the yellow top is a deep cycle version intended for relatively lighter drain than starting or winching, but over a longer period of time before recharging is necessary. Most people I know use the red top.

Actually, the yellow top is designed for things like winching.

From Optima's site:

Quote:

If your vehicle has a lot of accessories like running lights, high-performance stereo/AV system, winches, or hydraulics, your vehicle demands more from its battery. OPTIMA YellowTOP batteries provide the extra performance and deep cycling capability that your vehicle demands.

IIRC, they will not warranty a red top if it has been used for deep cycle activities.

Optima Batteries

Who is online