C-141 driver

Anyone have experience with using Interstate battery brand as AC Delco battery replacement?
I have a 2019 GS and am thinking of replacing the battery before I encounter any problems with the battery's age,
Costco sells a 36-month battery for $120, non-AGM battery, with 730 Cold cranking Amps. That's a better price than AC Delco or Die Hard options.
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I recently viewed C & S Corvette's youtube video on batteries, where Lyle mentioned that his shop uses Interstate batteries when they install a replacement.
I like his videos and trust his advice...
Anyone have experience with Interstate Battery? I assume it can be vented.

NortonCO

Having used Interstate batteries in my other vehicles for many years, I upgraded to their MTZ-48/H6 in my '19 Z06 last year. It's vented just like the OEM battery and I remain happy with it.

Eli-Z06

I've tried the green interstate battery, it died in 2 years, I went back to the AC Delco. Working good for 4 years now. I replaced the factory battery just for the hell of it, and it still working , I have it in my ATV in the front basket. In the winter my batteries are always on a trickle charger. I would stick with the AC Delco...

jaki30

Just installed the Costco battery in my buddy’s 2019.
only issue is the vent tubbing doesn’t fit. Easy fix with some vacuum tubbing.

geewez

Replaced my six year old OEM battery with an Interstate AGM battery on my 2017 GS just a few months ago with no problems. Have had no problems with Interstate batteries in any of my cars for decades now. I
remember when Consumer Reports rated them number one in a test years ago and have been using them ever since.

sjw91

Weird. I put a Costco Interstate battery in my 2019 last year and had no issue with the vent tube.

Rabbi

My Vette gets only OEM and I used to be a used car dealer!!!

MosEspa

C&S / Lyle say some things that are kind of ehhhh sometimes. I don't have a C7 (yet) but I have used interstate on my C5 and all my other cars and trucks. Used to work in a shop that sold Delco, Interstate and Optima batteries. I always liked Interstate and never had a problem with them.

Power Hawk

I had an Interstate battery installed in my 2016 Stingray last year. So far, so good. They did not charge extra for installation and it has a three year full replacement warranty.

kodpkd

I have used Interstate batteries in my other cars and have good luck with them. When I replace the battery in my C7 I will go with Interstate.

Grand Slam

Same for me a couple months ago. Tip: Removing old battery an installing new battery is much easier if you remove the vent elbow at the top of the batteries.

BluRace

here is a vague but positve review of my Interstate battery

i bought my 2014 in 2021 with 34k miles on it and a green interstate battery.
no paperwork.
date code not punched on battery.
so it could be 3 years old,
it could be 7 years old.

i have had it load tested by the local interstate dealer twice. For free. It passed, in "like new condition"

the car also lives on my Norco Trickle Charger whenever it is in my garage.

so far, so good.

ZO6LIFE

I just replaced my battery. The stock gm battery lasted 7 years. I promptly bought another factory battery. It's only $200 people. If saving $35 is that important or critical to your budget for the car, I would think about my choices of vehicle I drive.

Maintenance is the most critical part of owning an vehicle. Spending more (even as little as $20 ) often pays you back.

Just my experience, definitely not trying to shame anyone here.

nkostoff

Replaced original battery with Interstate AGM. Same price and acid flooded OEM battery. Everything fit perfectly. No issues with vent.
I recommend that if you do it yourself, take the panels and floor piece out. The cables are complex and hard to get out of the way while trying to bend the floor panel and not break it. It takes about an hour to do it right if you are confident with interior skills. You'll be happy when you avoid cable issues and loose or broken parts.

I also always use battery terminal spray protector. Best $5 you can spend to protect the integrity of your connectors.

Vetteman Jack

Mostly positive reviews for the Interstate battery in this thread. I went with the AC Delco the last time I replaced the battery and have been pleased. Probably another year or so before I swap it out again and will keep the Interstate brand in mind.

sotrx

I have interstate on my z. It’s perfect.

ErnieN85

Haven’t used one since the one in my C4 exploded a long time ago, kind of afraid of them

FleetManager

Same here. I installed the Costco Interstate AGM battery in my 2014 in the middle of last year and have had no issues.

I have used Interstate batteries for many years and currently have them in 3 other vehicles that are starting perfectly in all kinds of weather conditions.

The one that lasted the longest was installed in my Mustang Cobra that sat on a trickle charger and it finally died after about 11 or 12 years.