Optima red top SC35A is a very good battery.

If you are going to be running alot more amps than your altinator can provide or are going to be running assecories with the car off a lot then maybe go with a yellow top but they have less cranking amps.

The SC35A has top posts at the corners like the stock one and not in the middle like the 7035 or other universal ones lots of places try to sell you.

 

It's most likely too late but I put some battery info up here today:

http://www.scoobymods.com/forums/sho...&threadid=2841

 

I've had a Red Top 35 for almost a year and a half now, it's been great particularly in the cold after sitting overnight, when the stock battery would crank the engine very slowly.
Just be sure to get the 35 "Reverse" for a fully drop-in fit, there is also a 35/75 "Universal" with top and side terminals which is identical except for the post terminal placement being in the center of the battery, which requires a new longer starter cable. I have the 35/75 because the Reverse wasn't available back when I bought mine and it wasn't a big deal changing the cable, but not having to do anything is much nicer.

 

yellow top > red top


lol, it really does not matter, just the fact of going with an optima is the only thing to make sure of

 

The Red Top is considered a "starting and ignition" battery with the capability to tolerate a certain number of deep cycles without damage, while the Yellow Top is intended for regular deep cycle use. The Red is best for cars that are driven daily, don't have lots of aftermarket accessories and huge sound systems, and don't have those accessories operated often with the engine off. The Yellow is the battery of choice for those with high-power systems that are run while parked, and/or cars that sit for long periods without being driven.