Battery's

[John Stiles]

Dan,

When I replaced my Trojan's last year I went to their web site and
located the distribution centers in the area. Although there was one
located in Atlanta which was closer, I found a provider in Macon and
simply stopped by on my way to RITV. I did look into AGM's and Gel
cell but for my use and considering that I had gotten 7 years out of
my previous batteries I decided to stick with the Trojan T-125 which I
felt was the best value for me. Obviously everyone has their
preferances but for my 'bird I am satisfied with my decision.
When I hear the arguement against lead acid batteries due to the
maintenance and mess, I go by my own experiences with lead acid. I
think that adding water and the mess associated with lead acid
batteries is mostly determined by the design of the charging system.
I use one of the microprocessor controlled chargers (TrueCharge) and
have found over the years that because it is microprocessor
controlled, I rarely have to add water and do not have near the
venting mess that I had when using the old batter boilers. I still
concede that the AGM's and gel cells are a better technology, for my
use (and money) the lead acid is just fine....

Hope this helps,

John

John Stiles
1980 33FC
"My Navion"



--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Dan Saari"
wrote:
>
>
> Need to replace my 8 coach battey's in my 92 wanderlodge.......
I'm
> not going to switch to 6 volt golf cart battery's or any of the new
> high priced non proven type..... Just plain old regular type.....
>
> My question then is ... do I get a regular type battery or a deep
> cycle.... I've seen battery's range from $130 at the parts store to
> $65 at the walmart .... Where should I buy to get the best bang for
> the buck ?????............ Dan
>
> 92 WLWB 40 ft.
> Depere, Wi/ Summerfield Fl.
>