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I picked up a Johnson Controls group 31 AGM a year ago, a friend picked up 3 for his house bank. The 200 minutes reserve capacity is a plus, as is the bulk charge rate of about 40 amps in my setup. A downside is they weigh 71 lbs.

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cnc-list.com> Date: 7/9/17 12:57 PM (GMT-05:00) To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: svpegasus38 <svpegasu...@gmail.com> Subject: Re: Stus-List Battery replacement time I too am looking to replace my batteries. Current ones are group 27 agm's that have been in use since before 2003 when 2 owners a

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What impact does requirement of ISAF that batteries be of type that cannot leak electrolyte...does this require agm or gel for racers? Or are wet cell Sealed sufficiently to comply? I read to require agm or gel after 1/2012.. Bill Walker CnC 36 Pentwater, Mi Sent from AOL Mobile Mail On

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When considering anything other than lead acid wet cells keep in mind that all of your charging systems (alternator, solar, wind, and shore power) will need to be properly setup for the alternative technology and chemistry. Wet cells aren't perfect but they offer a tremendous value and make

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Here is another thing to consider when redesigning/replacing your batteries. The orientation of wet cells can affect their longevity. http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/flooded_battery_orientation Josh On Jul 9, 2017 1:15 PM, "Persuasion37 via CnC-List" wrote: > Tim >

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Tim When I bought Persuasion in '05 she had 2- Group 4D Lifeline batteries has house batteries. Served me very well. In 2014 I replaced them in kind. Very happy with Lifeline and didn't find the price off putting Mike PERSUASION C 37 K/CB Long Sault > On Jul 9, 2017, at 12:28 PM, tim via

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Maine sailor has his opinions and a great write up here: http://www.pbase.com/mainecruising/deep_cycle_battery There is a pretty solid concensus that better batteries weigh more. If you are looking to source from a conventional store then find the heaviest battery at the best price. AGMs are

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.com> Cc: "Dennis C." <capt...@gmail.com> Subject: Re: Stus-List Battery replacement time Every boater has an opinion on batteries.  I've been using Delco Voyager wet cell batteries for almost 20 years.  Usually get 7-8 years life.  Except for the spill prevention aspect of AGM

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017 12:29 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: tim <hobie1...@comcast.net> Subject: Stus-List Battery replacement time Hi, Its time for battery replacement. I am presently using Interstate #31 Deep cell (2 house, 1 for start). Looking to go AGM route and seeking advice for which manufa

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Every boater has an opinion on batteries. I've been using Delco Voyager wet cell batteries for almost 20 years. Usually get 7-8 years life. Except for the spill prevention aspect of AGMs, I think the Voyagers offer the most bang for the buck. The pro fishermen like them also. On the other