I still vote optima. Yes they cost more but they last like 8-10 years. A lot of people say that they're not as good as the used to be but I haven't seen it. If you buy from advance auto online and do store pickup you can search for a good coupon and probably get $50 off. Just google Advance Auto Parts Discount Code.

 

How long have you had one for?

 

This is interesting: http://www.toyota.com/toyota-owners-online-theme/pdf/Batteries2011-LowRes.pdf Toyota doesn't even list the 27R

 

I've had a yellow top for about 3 years and it's in a vehicle that only gets driven about once a month. No problems to speak of. We've got red tops at work that lasted for 10-11 years and that equipment doesn't get used that much. I have been very impressed by their resiliency.
The "F" digit is what designates the Reversed posts.

 

I've had a red top in my car for 5 years, no problems.

 

Why wouldn't you buy a replacement from your Toyota dealer? I have the original battery in my '07 with nearly 100,000 miles and it's still going strong.

 

The factory batteries I too find are pretty good but dealers are usually a rip off. Finally had to replace the battery on the wife's 06 sienna and more than likely that was only because she killed it multiple times. Got one from Costco. Just search your vehicle in the booklet and pick the one that matches it.

 

Delaware has a good point. Check your dealer's website for a coupon. May not be a more expensive option.

I had to get tires for my wife's car. Went to the dealer, and with their buy three get one free deal, it came out cheaper than the local tire shop that generally has very good prices.

 

 

Most of these batteries come from the same source ~ Johnson Controls ~ the same maker as the Toyota OEM units.


Coming from the same source does not equate to being the same battery. Johnson Controls could make several 27F batteries for different customers [Toyota, Costco, BJ's, etc] all to different specifications. It largely depends on the cost point dictated by their customer. So a Toyota 27F could be perform much different [better or worse] then a Costco 27F from the same factory.

 

Most of these batteries come from the same source ~ Johnson Controls ~ the same maker as the Toyota OEM units.


Coming from the same source does not equate to being the same battery. Johnson Controls could make several 27F batteries for different customers [Toyota, Costco, BJ's, etc] all to different specifications. It largely depends on the cost point dictated by their customer. So a Toyota 27F could be perform much different [better or worse] then a Costco 27F from the same factory.

Right On !
They're the Same only Different

 

http://www.pepboys.com/product/details/9617429/00847?isPayInStoreOnlyStore=false

I bought a 27F from Pepboys for a different SUV. Bosch brand. No idea if its good or not. They had a 29% off coupon at the time for almost anything in store around Thanksgiving.

Receipt says
-$120.99
29% off -$36.30

$84.69

$15 core

They are doing 25% off now.

Save 25% off orders over $75
Use promotional code TAKE25OFF at checkout to receive discount. Not valid on tires, special order, wheels, outside purchase or sale products, gift cards, installed merchandise, commercial, or fleet. Excludes the following brands: Traxxas, Superchips, Hypertech, Edge, Bully Dog, Diablo, Edelbrock, Holley, Autometer, Accel, K&N, MSD and BBK Performance. Not valid in combination with any other discounts or promotions. Valid online until 2:59 am EST on 2/01/15. Online orders scheduled for in-store pick up must be completed in store by closing on 1/31/15 for discount to apply.

 

HELLO People! I said 27R The R is for reversed pole positions. Do I have to post a picture of it to prove it? My Costco is selling Interstate batteries these days and they don't carry a 27R (or F for that matter). They use to sell Optimas but stopped.

As for going with Toyota, I'd prefer not too because mines a 2010 with only 40K miles on it and fives minutes of the radio with the engine off leaves me stranded. However, since I'm still within the 84 months on the warranty I should get some discount so I'm going over to Toyota for a new one.

 

Here's an excerpt from: Feature Article from Hemmings Motor News
Other manufacturers also adopted the Group 24 and 27 batteries; however, the Ford batteries had an opposite terminal arrangement, hence the "F" designation for Ford. These two group sizes, 24F and 27F, are still used on many late-model Ford vehicles, especially trucks, and are readily available from your local auto parts store through major brand names.

 

Jonesy, mine is a 27R. Says so right on the label the positive on the passenger side.

 

Here's the 27F installed in my rig.

I bought this battery from the Toyota dealership and it is designated 27F

 

Many of the older Toyota products like my Tundra and the wife's Lexus use the 24F designated battery.

The 27F I bought was for a Lexus SUV. MY Tundra also uses the 27F. What year is the OP's Tundra?

 

it's a 2010.

and BTW Jonesy, your penchant for using extra large text and colors is a bit on the obnoxious side of things.

 

I just went and checked my Tundra, I have a 27R as well But I will buy a 27F anyhow. Notice the 27F lettering on the top right. My positive post is on the left side.

Here is the exact same battery. Sticker says 27R. Part number 28800-0f010

 

The 24, 27 is the physical size of the battery. When you buy a battery you should always look at CCA (Cold Cranking Amps), CA (Cranking Amps) and reserve capacity. In general your engine will require a specific number of amps to turn it over. Make sure the rating on the battery will handle the job. For reserve capacity (how long can you crank the motor) I like to get the highest value possible. It is possible to buy a smaller physical battery that has specs as good or better than a larger physical size battery.

I like the Duralast batteries from AutoZone. They are good batteries (made by Johnson Controls). They have direct replacement, no pro rate, for the first couple of years. There are AutoZones everywhere should you need to replace them and you are in the computer so you don't need a slip. I had a Duralast in my old 2003 Tundra and it was a good battery. I also have one the Duralast AGM batteries in my wife's 2009 Chrysler. I never had any problems either and the price is hard to beat.

 

it's a 2010.

and BTW Jonesy, your penchant for using extra large text and colors is a bit on the obnoxious side of things.

There ~ Fixed it for ya . . .

 

There ~ Fixed it for ya . . .

Thanks!

 

I just went and checked my Tundra, I have a 27R as well But I will buy a 27F anyhow. Notice the 27F lettering on the top right. My positive post is on the left side.

Here is the exact same battery. Sticker says 27R. Part number 28800-0f010

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That's interesting. It will be interesting to see what Toyota replaces it with.

 

That's interesting. It will be interesting to see what Toyota replaces it with.

That Toyota battery sticker says its manufactured by Exide Technologies.
Exide - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

 

My 2014 battery was manufactured by Johnson Controls. I figure Toyota goes where ever they get the best deal. Kind of like, here are the specifications for all the batteries I need, I need X units of specification 1, Y of specification 2 ..., what is the best price you can give me.