There is a RK store about 5 minutes from me. I had not been in one prior to last week. They do have quite a variety of products, and at decent prices. But the four items I shopped for at the store were all out of stock. And now the slow shipping of my online battery order. I’m not very impressed with RK based on my first experiences.
Better Battery...
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I ordered my AGM gp 34 battery from RK on Nov 23. Said 1-2 day shipping. Nothing yet as of 715 pm tonight. Called RK yesterday to ask about status. Might as well have called CVS about my battery order for all the “help” RK offered. My first purchase from RK might be my last. Sorry to those who acted on my posts last week.
See if there is a Batteries+ in your area...they had an battery in stock for mine here in Northern Indiana... same exact configuration as OEM
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There is a Battery + not far away. However I am seeking a group 34 AGM battery as it has almost twice the CCA rating of the OE battery in my 2016.
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From what I can tell, the RK battery has been on backorder for couple weeks. I figured you all were jumping on the holiday special.
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You are likely correct. But they should tell us that info when we check the order status on line. I’m ok with waiting, but disappointed with their lack of order updates.
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Have any members tried this battery. I was at a Battery + store and it caught my eyes
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For that price , I would buy an Optima.
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RK has Optima gp 34 yellow for $230 (possibly less 12% with a current special).
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Just got an email from Sam's Club advertising Duracell Brand AGM batteries, $25 off,
34M Deep cycle marine 94.88
34/78 Auto 104.88
Auto group 34 $124.36sale ends 12/26
Just relayin' the info, haven't bought one, don't need one
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Dec 5, 2017 Status update - MY RK-AGM34 battery was delivered today by FEDEX . The Shipping Confirmation email I had received from Rural King listed everything as being shipped by UPS. Simple miscommunication, I guess. I hope to install the new battery in the next few days.
Note - That battery is heavy. I'm glad it has a built-in handle! Looks to be a great deal for an AGM battery rated at 770 CCA for around $101!Will try to remember to post a pic once it's installed.
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Will try to remember to post a pic once it's installed.Don't forget! Some of us have group 26 batteries and would like to check the fit of a 34. The 34 is 2 inches longer.
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Don't forget! Some of us have group 26 batteries and would like to check the fit of a 34. The 34 is 2 inches longer.
@Flybuddy posted an installed pic of the RK-AGM34 battery here - New Battery-Different
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@Flybuddy posted an installed pic of the RK-AGM34 battery here - New Battery-Different
Thanks @BKL! I missed that thread. The 34 hangs over the bracket a bit, but that's not too bad.
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The RK is pretty much the same size as the Optima shown on page 2 of this thread.
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Rural King is offering the Peak 700 Amp Jump Starter/USB power source for $19.93 after $15 mail-in rebate (limit 2 items per rebate request). Unit automatically recognizes reversed battery polarity. In my case, shipping for one of these would be $10.05, while shipping for two would only be $10.58. RK offers free shipping on orders over $99 (with some restrictions).
PEAK 700 AMP Jump Starter PKC0J700 : Rural King -
got the Slingmods Optima Bracket on its way and ordered a Yellow top. Best I found online$ was Bigtimebattery for 239.98 free shipping and no tax
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got the Slingmods Optima Bracket on its way and ordered a Yellow top. Best I found online$ was Bigtimebattery for 239.98 free shipping and no tax
Next battery go-round ~> check out the Intimidator 9A34 (better specs and cheaper than the Optima D34)
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Next battery go-round ~> check out the Intimidator 9A34 (better specs and cheaper than the Optima D34)
Good to know - Thanks Erica
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Good numbers and even cheaper:
Rural King Automotive AGM Group 34 Battery RK-AGM34 : Rural King