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I had been using DELCO batteries because they were recommended by a neighbor of mine that was manager of the phone company fleet here in CT. he said he liked them because the case design was superior and they did not leak. I just replaced the battery in my Bugeye that I bought in 1992 a few months ago and it never leaked and 14 years service is unbelievable, even for a lightly-used car. The super phone company backup power batteries are probably the best lead acid batteries made (not for automotive) and they have a 10 year rated life.
Unfortunately things have changed with the collapse of Delco and I understand they have had problems with terminals breaking and overall quality. Plus the name is defunct so it is a different brand now.
I would not pay a premium for a Volvo-branded battery. Volvo does not make them and there is no secret in making batteries. if you want something really rugged you can always look for a battery company that supplies emergency vehicles. There is a company here in CT that still makes and rebuilds batteries (production moved to Quebec)for heavy-duty requirements but I think this is overkill for a passenger vehicle.
Bob in CT
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