Tools and Fixit Stuff

[Pete Masterson]

I hasten to point out that newer coaches may have larger batteries.
My coach has six model 4D house batteries. (The 4D size are really
large, approx 9 x 17 x 10 inches, and about 150 lbs. each.) I
recently replaced mine with a set of AGM made by Fullriver.
Delivered, they cost about $340 each.

There are many opinions about the size and kind of battery that's
best suited for use as a house battery. Standard flooded batteries
are the least expensive ... and using 6V "golf cart" batteries is a
popular option. (Wire in series for 12 V.) These require checking
water level periodically -- and the inconvenience of the way they are
installed may hinder the process (automatic watering system is a wise
investment for flooded cell batteries). Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM)
batteries offer "zero maintenance" but require more careful charging
-- a mis-set controller led to early failure of the previous set in
my coach.

You can listen to the debate(s) that arise on the list over batteries
from time to time and make up your own mind.

Pete Masterson
aeonix1@...
'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42'
El Sobrante, CA




On May 22, 2007, at 10:49 AM, Wilhelmus Schreurs wrote:

> Ginger:
> The batteries range from $100.00 to $250.00 each, depending on the
> type.
> I think the Trojan batteries are probably one of the best buys for
> the money.
> The T105 costs about $100.00
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