[wilkin250r]

Maybe I've just had good luck, but I don't believe the Optima batteries are "junk", they're just not as good as they used to be. But the price is still the same.

I like the Optima batteries because I like the dual posts (top posts and side posts), it's much easier to hook up large accessories like a winch, or camper, or things of that nature. I also like the 34/78 because the posts are moved inwards towards the center of the battery. Most places list the 75/25 as the proper replacement for our vehicles, but the positive post is so close to the core support I'm always afraid of arcing when I jump start.

(most of this is probably irrelevant if you're still using the stock-style side posts and no accessories)