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Battery brands?

4.9K views 11 replies 6 participants last post by  Glennda5id  
#1 ·
The battery in my 2012 Volvo S60 T6 has packed up. It has the premium audio option and I also run a hardwired dash cam in it (with parking mode)

I see on interstates website, they say the T7 battery is the best but I believe the one that was in there before my first replacement was a H6.

What’s the best brand to go with and should I go with a H6 or a T7?

Also does anyone know the required Cranking amps, cold cranking amps and reserve capacity?
 
#4 ·
I go either Everstart (Walmart, cheap and good for the money) or Interstate (higher priced but good quality). I've had nothing but problems with parts store batteries - I work at one of the major chains and you'd be shocked how many basically new batteries people come back with that are defective.
 
#6 ·
There are only a few companies that make these batteries. The big one being Johnson Controls/Clarios. I would be more concerned with the free replacement and prorated warranty. Clarios makes Interstate, Champion, Walmart, Optima etc. I'm not saying they manufacturer all to the same specs but they are all going to be decent.
Thanks appreciate the help