Don't mean to change this thread to a political issue, however, I feel that purchasing American Made Products should be at the top of everyone's list!!! Optima batteries are made in Mexico, and apparently as of late, not very well -
http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/...mexico-215667/
Odyssey Batteries are a good choice - small and substantial power with good reliability. I have a friend with a 32 Roadster, 8-71 blown 468 Big Block Chevy - cranks over easily with Odyssey PC680 - 13 lbs. and the size of a motorcycle battery. Check them out at
http://www.odysseybattery.com/
Google Odyssey battery reviews for additional info!