Im having issues starting my 2004 lx470, I think I need a new battery, at least im hoping for that. Can anyone recommend a battery for me? I live in North Dakota and it gets pretty cold up here. Also there is no lexus close by for me to go to and simply purchase a lexus battery. There is a autozone and napa etc.
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One possible option:
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27F AGM battery option
Batteries Plus X2 Power 27F. Rebranded Northstar AGM battery. Not cheap. I paid $275 after sales tax, but it's got similar specs to the Diehard Platinum 31M, but with a full 5 year replacement warranty.
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I'm a huge fan of AGM batteries. No spilling fluid, no maintenance (aside from a periodic charge in your garage to maximize lifespan).
Interstate and Optima tend to be the big names.
Interstate and Optima tend to be the big names.
For batteries I tend to shop for ease of replacement in case of battery problems. I go for Costco because it is close to me, but I suspect Sam's club, and other large retailers might be similar. I like Costco in part because they don't test the battery and give their own opinion if it needs replacement. (I have always already tested it in several ways and have reluctantly decided it needs to go, I appreciate not being second guessed.)
I use 24F-AGM Duralast Platinum battery with a 3 yr warranty from Autozone. I change batteries every 2 to 3 years or any sign of battery weakness when starting.
This is what I run. They're usually on sale online and there are lots of Batteries + Bulbs locations near me. I've been very satisfied with it:
www.batteriesplus.com
X2Power Car and Truck Battery | Premium AGM | 930CCA | Group Size 27F - SLI27FAGMDP
Discover the relentless power of the X2Power Group 27F premium AGM car and truck battery with a powerful 930 cold cranking amps. Only available at Batteries Plus.
www.batteriesplus.com
trdcorolla
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When it's time for my 100, I bookmarked Sams Club Duracell H8 AGM and Napa Legend H8 AGM like others here h ave done. Sams Club is $149 when it's on sale and the Napa is like $168 when it's on sale. Both keep stock of the H8 AGM so warranty exchange should be easy if needed.
Toyota batteries have done it for me and they've got the longest warranty that I've seen
I have 24F installed and it is Walmart Maxlife battery. Those easily lasts 5 years. Check the manufacutrer. If it is S. C. Johnson control, then get it.
trdcorolla
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If your gonna go with a normal battery, check Costco or your Toyota dealer. They are both under $100 and both are a Johnson Control 710 CCA and 165 RC battery in my area. These are the higher model of the two 27F's that Johnson Control manufactures.
Walmart has the 24F AGM for $150 and 5 year replacement warranty if you are in a rural area
group 49 h8 agm, a bit smaller then a 31 and bigger then our stock 27
drops right in and can use existing hold down..
got it from sams for about 200 otd if i remember correctly
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drops right in and can use existing hold down..
got it from sams for about 200 otd if i remember correctly
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H8 AGM group 49 also at walmart for $150 and 5 year free replacement warranty
Do you happen to know the reserve capacity on that Walmart AGM H8? I can't seem to find it listed on the website and the only stock is a little bit of a drive for me.
Edit: According to the blurry pic it looks like 160 minutes and 95AH. Pretty good battery for $150 and 5 year replacement. I think I'll get it over the X2 at $350.
Edit: According to the blurry pic it looks like 160 minutes and 95AH. Pretty good battery for $150 and 5 year replacement. I think I'll get it over the X2 at $350.
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One more vote for the X2 Power AGM in 27F size, $360 at Batteries Plus, so expensive. Toyota brand
batteries do not come in 27F, which is the proper size for the 100.
batteries do not come in 27F, which is the proper size for the 100.
I dont know reserve capacity
EverStart Platinum AGM Battery, Group Size H8:
- Cold cranking amps: 900
- Top post
- EverStart battery is available in select stores
- Cutting-edge design
Cannot return by mail
Due to federal restrictions, this item cannot be returned by mail. Before returning the item to your local Wal-Mart store, please be certain that all tanks are completely empty of any flammable liquids, if applicable. See our returns policy for more information.
Specifications
| Brand | EverSart Platinum |
| Volts | 12 |
| Model | AGMH8 |
| Cold Crank Amp | 900 |
| Contained Battery Type | AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AGMH8 |
| Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H) | 14.31 x 6.88 x 7.50 Inches |
Welp, I should have done some more reading. As most of you probably know the H8 isn't a drop in fit. I thought I would need a shim for the hold down, but I didn't anticipate the plastic tray being too small as well. For now I just removed the tray and set it on the metal, and I'm using a piece of wood as a shim.
I'll go looking up threads to see other people's solutions.Slee tray I imagine. But if you happen to have another suggestion I'm open to ideas.
Anyone know if the hold down for the Slee tray works with H8 size or if I'll still need a shim of some sort?
I'll go looking up threads to see other people's solutions.
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A group 24F, group 27F, or group 31 (w/ slee kit) makes life easier, although they can be potentially more expensive...
Other sizes can be made to fit, but why bother?
