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I've always just picked up parts store branded batteries (carquest, autozone, etc) and the ones in my gas trucks have lasted for 5+ years. Of course diesels are a different animal all together, but the last batteries lasted around 4 years as well so I figured that's what the norm is on those big trucks

 

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Well you need an Odyssey. I can help with that

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On the way home now with a new to me L33 5.3L      

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Well she's all hooked up an running. Great oil pressure compared to the old motor. Only problem is that the shift cable broke, and now I have to wait for a new one. Ugh! It's always something.    

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Better night time picture.  

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Nah I'm good

 

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i got a six pack of local beer to stuff in the package of the next out of state order I get
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I was thinking of getting an Odyssey, I just couldn't really spend that much right now. I've only ever bought Duralast, Acdelco, and now this Napa.

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I was thinking of getting an Odyssey, I just couldn't really spend that much right now. I've only ever bought Duralast, Acdelco, and now the Napa.

If you decide to upgrade you know where to find my store info on facebook

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If you decide to upgrade you know where to find my store info on facebook

 

 

I thought of asking you about one, but I figured it would still be closer to the $200 side of the spectrum anyway.

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I thought of asking you about one, but I figured it would still be closer to the $200 side of the spectrum anyway.

Odyssey yes. Ivan let the Optima go a lot cheaper.

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Odyssey yes. Ivan let the Optima go a lot cheaper.

 

 

Well hopefully when I need a new one again I can try the Odyssey.

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I still need to order trans fluid. Or just trade the truck in... decisions, decisions...

 

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I still need to order trans fluid. Or just trade the truck in... decisions, decisions...

 

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Order your damn fluid. I need money for scotch

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Order your damn fluid. I need money for scotch

We got a grumpy alcoholic on our hands, guess he hasn't gotten a fix in a few days [emoji23] [emoji23]

 

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I still need to order trans fluid. Or just trade the truck in... decisions, decisions...

 

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Just get a 2017 Sierra Denali Duramax already. You know you want to.

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We got a grumpy alcoholic on our hands, guess he hasn't gotten a fix in a few days [emoji23] [emoji23]

 

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If only you would have seen my post on snapchat today from costco

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Just get a 2017 Sierra Denali Duramax already. You know you want to.

Too fancy for me. If I were to trade it would be to a 2500, more than likely a diesel. I really wish GM would pull their head outta their ass and put the doggone rear HVAC vents back in their trucks

 

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If only you would have seen my post on snapchat today from costco

I mean, you don't even have me on snapchat. Username/ handle is same as on here

 

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