Originally Posted by boatman22 (Post 2862258)

As you know opinion's are like *******s....everyone has one....

I have been using Optima for as long as I can remember. You do not have to have a special charger for them. I have 4 Blue Top's in my boat now. Blue Top's are dual type batteries that can be used for starting and deep cycle, like for stereo's. And they come with a 3 year no question warranty. From Optima's web site:

Facts:
- Batteries are designed to store electricity.
- Batteries do not make electricity.
- Batteries must be charged before any testing is accurate or effective.
- Alternators ARE NOT battery chargers!
- Seldom to batteries discharge / re-charge on their own.
- Deep Cycle batteries will take much longer to charge.
- Battery chargers need to be tested and amperage and the voltage checked manually.
- Sitting a battery on concrete does NOT discharge it!

Battery charging instructions:

* Voltage at the battery terminals when vehicle is running should Be from a minimum of 12.8 volts to < 15.0 volts
* Battery chargers should charge 13.8 ? 15.50 volts,

Never charge a battery at > than 15.6 volts.

We recommend the following charging procedure for a fully discharged 34, 34/78, 75/35, and 6v:

1) Charge the battery A MINIMUM OF 100 amps for 15 mins ( @ 14.5+ volts)
a) Let battery and charger cool for 15 mins
2) Repeat step one at least four times - after letting battery cool 15 mins after each charge
3) Charge at 2-10 amps (trickle / automatic) for 24 hours minimum
4) Test the battery
5) D31 batteries: repeat each step again

Originally Posted by Trojan-man (Post 2862406)

I have had 4 optimas in my trojan for about 3 years now with absolutely no problems at all. I have no complaints :ernaehrung004:

Originally Posted by jeff1000man (Post 2862364)

Your such a drama queen.

BTW

:drool::drool::drool:

Originally Posted by wstultz (Post 2860863)

Why is Royal Purple having a poker run in LA when they are right here in Humble?

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/p...ml#post2860755

Jeff, Here's a chance to grab a large sponsor for one, or several of our runs. JoeW, didn't you used to sell boxes to the plant in Humble? Do you have any connections for us?

Originally Posted by Trojan-man (Post 2862406)

I have had 4 optimas in my trojan for about 3 years now with absolutely no problems at all. I have no complaints :ernaehrung004:

Originally Posted by tomtbone1993 (Post 2862429)

Do you mean your dad has no complaints??? All you do is wash it, he is the one that uses it......:evilb::evilb:

Originally Posted by joew. (Post 2862826)

Your boat hasn't been out in three years!

Originally Posted by Trojan-man (Post 2862831)

I have made plenty of secret trips in stealth mode at night lol :party-smiley-004::party-smiley-004:

Originally Posted by joew. (Post 2862849)

The mainship was out yesterday with girls on the new bow cushions, radar spinning, and a new windlass, gen, a/c.... It was a proud day:drink:

Originally Posted by Trojan-man (Post 2862830)

I think you got that backwards big guy. Better watch out, as soon as you start getting cocky, a bolt from a flame arrestor falls into one of your intakes.... :evilb::party-smiley-004:

Originally Posted by tomtbone1993 (Post 2862923)

you better watch out, every move you make, every breath you take, I will be watching you.....:cool:

Originally Posted by BY U BOY (Post 2861180)

Magic eraser:evilb:

Seriously though,Hit it with a 50/50 mix of water an muratc acid with a brush. You will have to wax it after though.

Originally Posted by BoatBIATCH (Post 2863597)

There is a product called "slimy grimy" that you mix with water and spray on or you can towel it on, you let it sit for 3-4 minutes and then just spray off, no scrubbing required. use to use it on Len and Rob's boat after Tickfaw never messed up the jell and in some cases still had wax. Used it 4 or 5 times

Originally Posted by boatman22 (Post 2863824)

Sure is quite on the home front today...........Is Jeff's super secret boat on it's way.....

Originally Posted by spk1 (Post 2864071)

http://www.boattrader.com/listing/19...CARAB-94889046

good stufff :evilb:

Originally Posted by spk1 (Post 2864071)

http://www.boattrader.com/listing/19...CARAB-94889046

good stufff :evilb:

Originally Posted by Trojan-man (Post 2864098)

somebody buy that boat or I am going to !!!! damnit

Originally Posted by wstultz (Post 2864331)

T-bone. You want to help this guy?

http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/f...ml#post2864327

Originally Posted by tomtbone1993 (Post 2864421)

I posted a picture and let him know I hated them......:cool:

Originally Posted by jeff1000man (Post 2864432)

Looks like there is the always mandantory empty starter box in that picture. :party-smiley-004::grinser010:

Originally Posted by tomtbone1993 (Post 2864493)

what are the dates for the July poker run? I can't access the website from work.

Originally Posted by wstultz (Post 2864584)

Who wants to help me install some more roof panels tonight???:party-smiley-004:

Originally Posted by wstultz (Post 2864109)

ODD. Must be time to get rid of '94 29's with that graphics package. Add was just placed here...
It has a better stance with the twins, sets much lower.
http://www.offshoreonly.com/classifi...o29031-en.html

Mushroom cloud in Magnolia.:evilb:

Originally Posted by BY U BOY (Post 2864714)

HMMMMMM