The Battery Buy

51' Pontiac Chieftain

So, aside the standard size. Which I have no issue with, these batteries are essentially the same thing, and cost after tax+ almost 100.00 of difference! Am I just paying for the 2E size? I think so, this batter I'm look'n to pick up tomorrow is comparable, if not better in the places it needs to be.

The one it says I need. 2E Battery 169.99

UPC: 83996012141
6 Volt Commercial
CCA: 620
CA: 750
Minutes Reserve Capacity: 190
Cold Cranking Amps (CCA): 620 CCA
Cranking Amps (CA): 750 CA
Group Size (BCI): 2E
Length (In): 19-1/4 Inch
Width (In): 4 Inch
Height (In): 8-7/8 Inch
Voltage (V): 6 Volt


The one I'll pick up.Modern Size 89.99

UPC: 721112782591
Cold Cranking Amps (CCA): 640 CCA
Cranking Amps (CA): 800 CA
Group Size (BCI): 1
Length (In): 9-1/8 Inch
Width (In): 7-1/8 Inch
Height (In): 9-3/8 Inch
Voltage (V): 6 Volt

 

which one fits your battery box?

 

The 2E, the long slender style. It is the correct size. However, I have the clearance and battery tray to deal with the other size. Lots of room under that hood with the lil' ol' straight six.

 

Probably has more to do with the economies of scale-cheaper to make more of the modern size than a specialized old size-than the quality of the product. But, if you're changing batteries and not restoring to stock,, why not just convert to 12 volts?