Battery group size

[pikapp504]

Ok, I know this is a random/basic question, but I'm sitting here @ my desk and can't for the life of me remember what group size our Cherokee's take (specifically a 2000). Mine is leaking and has spilled battery acid all over that corner and ate up the paint, so I need to replace it ASAP. Thanks in advance!

[LizardRunner]

group size is 78 for the cherokee. here's a link to a page with a bunch that fit your cherokee. http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/PartSearchCmd?storeId=10151&catalogId=10051&langId=-1&pageId=partTypeList&searchTerm=ewautomtvbttr&queryType=BBV&showTitle=no&sortBy=5&cm_sp=BBVS-_-Batteries,+Electrical+and+Wiring-_-Automotive+batteries

[pikapp504]

78? Ok, cool. Cuz everything I've been reading says 34...just figured I'd ask.

[pikapp504]

Only reason I'd disagree...is that the 78 is a side-post terminal battery...and the 34 is a top-post battery.....

[pikapp504]

Ok, I think it's a 34/78 battery size....cool, thanks! 34 for top post, 78 for side post (same dimensions).

[Mudderoy]

Only reason I'd disagree...is that the 78 is a side-post terminal battery...and the 34 is a top-post battery.....

Looking at that link Liz gave the top choice for mine is a 34/78 group, so I guess that's a battery with top and side posts.

[pikapp504]

that's correct. 78 is side, 34 is top, a 34/78 is both. Just sucks that after spending ~$400 for my lift, I now have to dump another ~$100 for a battery....yaaaay.....lol

[pikapp504]

Ok, now that we have the "size" determined, what're some suggestions for a sealed battery that won't break the bank? I'd love to get an Optima, but the ~$200 price tag is a bit daunting. I'd be ok with a normal, vented battery, but the reason mine is now leaking is due to some jostling around on the trails.

[Mudderoy]

that's correct. 78 is side, 34 is top, a 34/78 is both. Just sucks that after spending ~$400 for my lift, I now have to dump another ~$100 for a battery....yaaaay.....lol

Check your local Sam's club for a Redtop. I think they are about $130. If I was going to spend $100 on a battery I'd add $30 to it...

[pikapp504]

Damn, totally forgot about Sam's club....just sucks I'm not a member. :-/ good call though, I'll have to try and see what they have and if it really is only $130, I'd be all over that like a fat kid on a Twinkie!

[Mudderoy]

Damn, totally forgot about Sam's club....just sucks I'm not a member. :-/ good call though, I'll have to try and see what they have and if it really is only $130, I'd be all over that like a fat kid on a Twinkie!

Well I tend to forget the 9, so it may be $139. I bet you can find a friend that has a card.

[4.3LXJ]

You can also check Pop Boys if you have one. They will beat any price. So will Summit Racing and 4 Wheel Parts.

[pikapp504]

I have a friend that has a Sam's Club card...may have to go with her and see if they have em. Their website doesn't list any automotive batteries.

[Mudderoy]

I have a friend that has a Sam's Club card...may have to go with her and see if they have em. Their website doesn't list any automotive batteries.

Call them! :D

[pikapp504]

Just got off the phone with them....Yellow Top: $180. They also have a Duracell that's maintenance-free and sealed (no caps on the top) for $75. Looks like I found what I need for now. $75 is the lease expensive I've found...

[Mudderoy]

Just got off the phone with them....Yellow Top: $180. They also have a Duracell that's maintenance-free and sealed (no caps on the top) for $75. Looks like I found what I need for now. $75 is the lease expensive I've found...

No red tops? I was thinking about going and getting a yellow top for my 98 and putting the red top in the TJ.

[pikapp504]

I asked and she said she didn't see any over there (maybe she just didn't look hard enough). But the Duracell is a sealed and maintenance free battery for $75. I'm going to check on it tonight or tomorrow and see what they got.

[Mudderoy]

I asked and she said she didn't see any over there (maybe she just didn't look hard enough). But the Duracell is a sealed and maintenance free battery for $75. I'm going to check on it tonight or tomorrow and see what they got.

$75 is tempting, don't blame you there. ;)

[pikapp504]

The Duracell website says that one of the models is completely sealed and maintenance free....if so, that's what I'll be picking up. And at less than 1/2 the cost of an Optima...for my purpose, this may work out perfectly.

[pikapp504]

Here's a link to the sealed battery: http://www.showmetheparts.com/BIN/documents/Duracell/AGM.pdf

[Carves]

Oddly enough ... the FSM says its a group 58 ???


Dunno whether its useful or not ... but you can fit a 280 x 175 x 175 battery in there - with a bit of fiddling with the tray and clamps ... 11" x 6.75" x 6.75"


http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Vehicle%20Bits/Bat09a.jpg

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Vehicle%20Bits/Bat11a.jpg

[xj4life2]

The Duracell website says that one of the models is completely sealed and maintenance free....if so, that's what I'll be picking up. And at less than 1/2 the cost of an Optima...for my purpose, this may work out perfectly.

Now it days it don't leak and all but is it an actual gel cell like the Optima? One advantage of the optima is they will work at any angle , even upside down . Standard liq. filled wont.

[4.3LXJ]

NAPA has a gel battery that is cheaper than an Optima

[pikapp504]

I went to go by NAPA Saturday, but they were closed (stupid me for sleeping in). I checked out the "sealed" battery from Sam's Club and it is indeed a gel mat, sealed battery...for $99 (silly lady on the phone quoted me the $75 price for the "normal" maintenance-free battery, not the sealed one). Still haven't picked one up yet...waiting to see what NAPA's battery is and how much.

[dagr8tim]

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n629/carves-oz/Vehicle%20Bits/Bat11a.jpg

Like the Tie Down. I may have to steal it.

[cpttuna]

NAPA 75/34 Legend $83.38