What batterie to get in M1009 Blazer?

[a68cudas]

My military issue batteries finally went in my M1009 and i wanted to know what are my options for new batteries? I know alot of people like using the optima batteries but i dont want to spend what they want for those. Will marine deep cycle batteries work with 800 - 900 cold cranking amps? Any suggestions on what to get besides optimas ? what are some of you guys using? Thanks

 

[m38inmaine]

Group 31 fits right in the tray, the tray's were made to fit 6TL's and group 31's.

 

[1 Patriot-of-many]

Group 31's, I bought mine at Oreilly's IIRC. They're Super Start Part# 31-5
CCA@0 degrees 950
CA@32 degrees 1140

They were just over $100 a piece if I remember right. Like $106 or so.

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/SSB5/315.oap?ck=Search_31-5_-1_1531&keyword=31-5

 

[4x4 Forever]

I replaced my 6TLs with series 31s from Sams Club. I think the truck sprang up about 2 inches on the passenger side when I took the 6TLs out...They are HEAVY!

 

[gungearz]

If cash isn't an issue.... Get 2 red top optima batteries. They will last longer then the truck and will be worry free for 10 years or 2 900cca or bigger series 31 batteries will do the trick just fine... Check all the cables to ensure good contact. There's nothing worse then having your batteries being drained by bad contacts.

 

[Red_506]

These guys are correct, but I just wanted to add there is an actual nsn for a tray adapter that makes the optima batteries fit better.

 

[Keith_J]

If cash isn't an issue.... Get 2 red top optima batteries. They will last longer then the truck and will be worry free for 10 years or 2 900cca or bigger series 31 batteries will do the trick just fine... Check all the cables to ensure good contact. There's nothing worse then having your batteries being drained by bad contacts.

They may last 10 years in a gasoline vehicle. They are unsuitable for a diesel engine. ESPECIALLY the 6.2 Detroit in military trim.

The glow plug load followed by the starter will kill them FAST. I learned the hard way, back when red tops were selling for $120.

 

[cucv1833]

This is what I'm running now.
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/82468-batterys-3.html

Oriellys Super Start extreme AGM 995ca My truck starts within a 1/2 sec. And I even run radio, winch, lights for extras. I used a 2x4 on top to help fit in the battery trays and there alot lighter than a big 6TL

 

[jimmy-90]

My military issue batteries finally went in my M1009 and i wanted to know what are my options for new batteries? I know alot of people like using the optima batteries but i dont want to spend what they want for those. Will marine deep cycle batteries work with 800 - 900 cold cranking amps? Any suggestions on what to get besides optimas ? what are some of you guys using? Thanks

Im wanting to think that cold weather will ruin those deep cycle marine batteries. I would just use interstate group31's. If I had it to do over again that is exactly what I would put in my truck hands down.

 

[Warthog]

Hey we haven't had a battery thread in a while.

I can get Interstate Group 31 refurbished units for under $50 each. Not always instock but it doesn't take long to get them. 90 replacement and 12mo prorate.

Or you can spend $100 ea and get new ones.

 

[MarcusOReallyus]

Don't use deep cycle batteries. They are not designed for this type of use. The internal construction is different, because they have a different purpose.

Get batteries that are made for cranking.

 

[tankie88]

Over on this side of the pond i use 6TL's.There are 2 Military vehicle firms here that have them made under their own names.Think i bought 2 last year £85 each.

 

[a68cudas]

Group 31 fits right in the tray, the tray's were made to fit 6TL's and group 31's.

What brand are the group 31s? where can i get them ? how much do they cost ? are they maintenance free? and how many cranking amps are they? Thanks

 

[4x4 Forever]

I have Energizers, however, all group 31 batteries are the same size.

 

[11Echo]

What brand are the group 31s? where can i get them ? how much do they cost ? are they maintenance free? and how many cranking amps are they? Thanks

If original authenticity is not required, save yourself some money and go to WalMart and get the MAXX 65N
Stock # 068113144220
Web page list their current 65N batteries as Champion brand.

My twice as expensive Interstate 6TL's should last as long.

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Champion-CHAM-65N-Automotive-Battery/19593744

 

[Red_506]

If your CUCV is your daily driver and you aren't a moron who leaves lights on, get any battery with 800cca or better; as they will last about the same as any battery that wasn't made on a Friday and slipped passed QC. If its something you drive now and again spend some money and get 31's or 6tl's and invest in a solargizer or battery tender in 24volts to maintain them. The bottom line is you get what you pay for; if you get crappy wal mart batteries it's a crap shoot as to how long they will last. If you get something that is quality construction and maintain it you will have better battery life in the long run.

 

[Warthog]

What brand are the group 31s? where can i get them ? how much do they cost ? are they maintenance free? and how many cranking amps are they? Thanks

Group 31 is a size of battery, as are 24s, 65s, 72s etc. Look under "Group Size". Any manufacturer will have them. Wally World is one place.

Group Size:
The physical dimensions of a battery. BCI assigns letters and numbers for North American battery size types. All group-size-24 batteries, for example, have similar container dimensions, terminal orientation and terminal types.

http://www.batteries-faq.com/activekb/glossary.php

Cranking amps depends on light duty, medium duty or heavy duty. Want to know about cranking amps? Visit one of the battery manufactures webpage. Here is one. www.interstatebattery.com

http://www.interstatebatteries.com/cs_eStore/content/product_info/auto.asp

Did you not read my earlier post? Interstate Battery has blems or refurbs for under $50. We used to buy them for $29.95. New ones will be under $100.

The cost of batteries has risen the last few years and just about any new battery will set you back close to $100.

And NO I am not an Interstate dealer. I just have one close to work and get a good price for batteries.

 

[Glockamolie]

The Energizer (Johnson Controls) Group 31s are at Sam's Club for $108 or so.

 

[skywalker6582]

Get NAPA 6TMFs

Just do what I did: Go to NAPA and tell them to cross-refeence 6TLs. They can order 6TMFs which are the newer military maintenance free versions. They will come with a NAPA decal on top, but will be stamped US on the side and have the export license restriction due to military use on another decal. You may not think that the reserve power is needed, but you never know.

 

[jimmy-90]

If your CUCV is your daily driver and you aren't a moron who leaves lights on, get any battery with 800cca or better; as they will last about the same as any battery that wasn't made on a Friday and slipped passed QC. If its something you drive now and again spend some money and get 31's or 6tl's and invest in a solargizer or battery tender in 24volts to maintain them. The bottom line is you get what you pay for; if you get crappy wal mart batteries it's a crap shoot as to how long they will last. If you get something that is quality construction and maintain it you will have better battery life in the long run.

The big group 31s do come in handy if you forget and leave your lights on. They also come in handy if you get air in your fuel lines and have to crank and crank and crank the starter which is pretty much inevtiable at some point with these trucks.