I've had good luck with all the batteries I've bought over the years, and agree that Johnson Controls makes quality stuff. I used to get 8-10 years out of the old (80's) Diehards. But I am not sure they are what they used to be now.
Don't think I would buy Exide.
Currenty my battery of choice are Optima Yellows, AGM battery technology is the way to go!!!