Sam Spade wrote:
Ductape wrote:
The alternator is overcharging. If its warranted still, I'd ask for replacement of the batteries as well, as consequential damage directly resulting from the faulty alternator.
+1
If you don't get that charging voltage down, it will fry your new batteries too. AGMs too, only a bit slower.
You aren't gonna like the price of a "true" deep cycle AGM.
I got mine from an independent battery shop......at about $200 each.
NAPA wanted $300 each.
Call around to auto parts stores, boat dealers and battery specialty shops in your area. Even an RV dealer or two maybe.....but that would be my last choice.
Sorry Sam, didn't see this post last night.
Yep. I definitely want to get this alternator voltage worked out before I put in any new house batteries. The compartment is empty right now with leads taped off.
$150-200 is what I have been finding as well. Sam's had a group 27 deep cycle for roughly $160, and a grp 31 for $180 or so. No group 24 of course :S..... But bobndot presented an interesting solution for the lack of room.
