Batteries
 

I am needing to buy new batteries for the race car. I previously used 16V but am thinking of going back to 12V. What batteries out there stand up to the type of abuse drag racers inflict upon them? Any suggestions? Thanks

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For 12 volt the Optima red top worked good for me. I would get 2-3 seasons from a battery. Why go back to 12 v?

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If you've used 16 volt batteries before you must also have the charger, I second Mikes question...why would you go back to 12 volts? I've used the same XS Power batteries since 2007, never had an issue. I have a few people I know that have had issues with other brands, but not sure if was the batteries fault or improperly maintaining them.

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For the money and the weight, keep in mind I weigh 300, the garden tractor battery works well from Walmart. I change it out each year. Yes my alternator works very well!

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I did the same in the past but used a very small car battery. I was afraid of the lawn tractor battery. No alternator but charged after each round. The small battery worked well. It was dying after a season and I put a regular battery back in. I am not as big as Larry but not small at all. 240+-

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I had an Optima red top in my car for 8 years. Don't know if Eric still has it. I always kept it on a good battery tender in between races and all winter. Also had the engine on a block heater all winter. Your results may vary.

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Thanks for the responses. I know that there are plenty of racers who run fast using 12V systems. I was primarily looking at the expense. Since the battery sits almost over the rear wheels in the Corvette weight is not an issue. I think I am going with the 16V XS.