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andy capp
03-14-2006, 01:02 PM
Well my 12 year old went to the crapper on me. Its time for a new One.

The only thing my batter is used for is the bilge and running lights. I have no electric start or charging system, So the battery is going to have to be charged a couple times a year. I am also thinking of adding a stern mount trolling motor also. I want to know what type of battery I need to get. A standard deep cycle? Also where is a good place to buy a nice quality battery? I am not to fond of West marines.



MGV
03-14-2006, 01:05 PM
Walmart had decent prices the last time i looked for a battery last year. Check them out.
SalmonBum
03-14-2006, 01:15 PM
They do make dual purpose batteries, which is what I run on my big boat. They can handle short, high power boost needed for starting, but can be drawn down and recharged without effecting the battery life.
MGV
03-14-2006, 02:47 PM
deep cycle cranking battery i believe they are called.
Jason Adam
03-14-2006, 02:54 PM
This is exactally the application for a true deep cycle...
ozzgood2001
03-14-2006, 03:01 PM
i have always had good luck with sears brand die hard deep cycle marine batteries and can usually get them at a great price
slivoskisp
03-15-2006, 07:09 PM
Delco Voyager deep cycle cannot go wrong. Sell them at Murrays Auto. Have 4 of em in the money pit of a boat now.
Kirb
03-17-2006, 02:26 AM
That delco battery is not a AGM battery. I would get the heaviest cheap AGM battery I could find.
double trouble
03-17-2006, 06:55 AM
either a heavy agm(optima,bass pro ,cabella's) or costco has a group 27 deep cycle/starting for $62 made by johnson controls. no core charge.or a group 24 deep cycle for $44. stay away from wal-junk batteries made by exide.same goes for murray's own by champion.voyager's are good but pricy.sears can be johnson controls (gold) or exide or gnb (die hard regular).expensive for what you get. auto zone has a johnson controls batteries group 24 deep cycle for $55 plus core charge.i'm in the market myself, probably go agm. they can last twice as long with a desulfator. now ask What is that?
limige
03-17-2006, 08:15 AM
try a blue top optima! they are the greatest!
Kirb
03-17-2006, 09:58 AM
try a blue top optima! they are the greatest!

I would say the only advantage that Optima has is they can take a beating, but there capacity isn’t that great and they are over priced.
DangerDan
03-17-2006, 10:21 AM
Say what you want about batts from WallyWorld. I have three. My two deep cycles (I also run a inverter) are going on the 4th season and my starter the second. For the price, I can't complain. I keep them topped off with a good charge when not in use and every fall fill them with distilled water to be sure they get through the winter without a problem. Come spring I check and fill as needed.
slivoskisp
03-17-2006, 07:12 PM
That delco battery is not a AGM battery. I would get the heaviest cheap AGM battery I could find.

I know where you can get some DEM baterries .....only 500 bucks a pop. :evilsmile
Kirb
03-18-2006, 04:24 AM
More then you every wanted to know about batteries go to the FAQ. Your charger is the biggest variable. http://www.solar-electric.com/index.html