Re: Batteries
- From: matt_colie <matt@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:28:43 -0500
Hunter Hampton wrote:
Hi Gang,
The Delco Voyagers, in the Airstream, are 10.5 years old and my
electric jack doesn't like working when the trailer isn't plugged
in... so it's time to buy new batteries.
Some are telling me Optima AGMs, some are saying overpriced crap.
I'd be happy with more Voyagers.
My requirement is deep cycle and "SEALED"
I put those batteries in their compartment 10.5 years ago and haven't
looked at them since..... I want to do the same with the next
batteries...
Hunter <- just found out Bruiser needs 900.00 worth of work )c:
Hunter,
Optima and Orbital are what get called "Rolled Cell" AGM. They are Great for some things, like starting little diesel engines in boats. They are not good for capacity.
AGMs are usually good for long life where a normal FLA (Flooded Lead Acid) battery gets beat up buy vibration. They are also good because - A: they don't need a battery box
B: they can be put on a side and stuff in a space you can't use for something else.
None of what AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries is anything you should need in the Airstream.
You should try to find a real deep cycle battery(s). Do not buy a "Marine Combination" Starting and deep cycle battery. They are just retagged passcar batteries, so don't pay for the tag.
Yes, current Delco Voyagers are not the same as 11yo Voyages, but nothing else is either. Delco says they still make Voyages Deep cycles, but I never went looking for them.
If your batteries lasted 10 years, you are not working them very hard. Put in what even you like. Save the receipt and other paperwork in case you need to use the warranty.
Good Luck
Matt Colie (this is what I do, but for boats)
<www.southpointechandler.com>
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