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The Cars => 1967 Shelby GT350/500 => Topic started by: Brandon on November 23, 2019, 10:41:08 AM

Title: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: Brandon on November 23, 2019, 10:41:08 AM
I have an Autolite Group 24 Battery Cover on the battery in my 67 GT500.

My battery is on it's way out.  Any recommendations on good batteries the cover fits on nicely and doesn't look out of place?  I've heard Exide in the past, but haven't had good experiences with them in the past.
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: gt350bp on November 23, 2019, 07:43:46 PM
I'm investigating a NAPA battery that I have been told works well with the Autolite topper. A friend has one in his 67 GT 500 without any issues. Will advise next week when I visit my local NAPA store.

Don
gt350bp
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: SBCARGUY on November 23, 2019, 08:13:53 PM
I use interstate batteries (black case) with my 65s... Works pretty well.
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: BryanT on November 23, 2019, 10:02:20 PM
Sams with the battery tender.
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: CSX 3183 on November 23, 2019, 11:27:15 PM
I just bought a group 24 battery from Wal Mart, perfect fit, stickers come of real easy, 5 year warranty
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: Shelby_r_b on November 24, 2019, 12:28:03 AM
Great info. Thanks!
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: JWH on December 24, 2019, 03:14:38 PM
Another option to consider: I picked up a new Duracell flat top battery today at Batteries & Bulbs. I ordered on-line to pick up at my local store and there was  a 10% discount for the on-line purchase (this may be temporary?). The Autolite cover fits great and the engine compartment looks much better.   725 Cold Cranking Amps.   36 Month free replacement warranty and pro-rated after that.

Here is a link:
https://www.batteriesplus.com/productdetails/SLI24FM?storecode=801&locationofinterest=&locationphysical=9051708&utm_source=google&utm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=ecommpla&gclid=CjwKCAiAi4fwBRBxEiwAEO8_HqW0HpdYAzbIaB5VDMyc0dFpGc0OEglK8I7D11nBtnLXQHYQMrq98BoCKL4QAvD_BwE
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: jim mac on January 19, 2020, 06:15:20 PM
Quote from: CSX 3183 on November 23, 2019, 11:27:15 PM
I just bought a group 24 battery from Wal Mart, perfect fit, stickers come of real easy, 5 year warranty

I did the same....
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: Brandon on January 19, 2020, 08:12:28 PM
I ended up getting a Napa Legend Premium which worked well.
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: 1967 eight barrel on January 20, 2020, 07:05:36 AM
Interstate and Exide both make them. The Costco batteries have lasted well and their warranties are no questions asked.
Title: Re: Good battery that fits well with the Autolite toppers
Post by: Royce Peterson on January 21, 2020, 11:28:28 AM
I bought a Champion 24F battery at Pep Boys recently that fit under the topper perfectly after I cut the carry strap off. Their website shows a picture of a grey battery but mine is black.