Originally Posted by Nyogtha
Right now Pep Boys has 25% off instantly online (but if requested in-store will apply the same discount), plus a $40 rebate on Champion (and Bosch) AGM batteries. That brings the cost of the 94R / H7 battery for my truck from $194.99 to $106.24; 45% discount total after rebate for DIY installation for my truck. I'm due for a tire rotation and I'll have my OEM 7.5 years in service AGM battery tested and see the % vs original CCA. The full replacement 4 year warranty puts the best yardstick I've come up with, $ / year of warranteed service, at $26.56.
The last Champion brand battery I bought was a problematic spiral cell design sold at Sam's Club around 15 years ago, it eventually was teplaced by a conventional Interstate battery that was still working when I sold that vehicle in 2013. I said that was the last battery with a Champion label I would buy. However, the final $/year of full replacement warranty on this current offer from Pep Boys is too low compared to other options available to me (WM, Sam's Club, Batteries Plus, other auto parts chains) to not try.
For 24F size AGM, similar deal, either Champion or Bosch brand. $194.95 × 0.75 = $146.24. Then $146.24 - $40 rebate = $106.24. Bosch is made by Exide last I knew, I'm not sure who manufactures the Champion labeled batteries currently available but I see other posters say Johnson Controls. (Hello again bbhero!)
Hey there.... Seriously it's really good to see you on here. I have been wondering if you have been doing ok for awhile now, candidly I have been concerned. I am very glad to see you post again
I made a rack of beef ribs Friday evening that you would have enjoyed I bet.