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ro_sie
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Sep 30, 2017

Fleetwood revolution coach batteries

We have a 2008 Fleetwood revolution. I asked my guy about adding water to the coach batteries and discovered, after owning for a year, that he had never added any. Upon looking, I find that those batteries are covered by a "shroud" and are located on what appears to be a tray that should slide out. But, it doesn't. and the shroud is pretty low. You can get your arm in to pry up the covers, but you cannot see into the cells. Does any one have any knowledge of this? I need answers before my guy decides I am more trouble than I am worth :)
  • IF you had to add MORE than 1 pint of water per battery, the batteries are BAD. The plates have partially sulfated from the plates NOT immersed in acid. While you can ADD water and still use the RV, I would NOT trust those batteries. Doug
  • Clean and lubricate the slides on the battery tray so you can move the slide out. Remove the shroud and properly service the batteries. If your guy hasn't looked at them for a year, the terminals are likely covered with corrosion and need to be cleaned with a baking soda solution, burnished with a battery terminal wire brush and reconnected covered with di-electric grease. While you have the batteries disconnected, fill them with distilled water and check the voltage and specific gravity.

    Or you can do what most others do and just buy new batteries every 2 years.

    Your choice.
  • Big Katuna, Yes, we are keeping the coach. I love it. I will certainly check out the Pro-Fill watering system. Today, when I was trying to add water, my daughter was here and helped me. Those batteries in the back are a lonnnnnnng reach. Thanks!
  • If you are keeping the coach, add Pro-Fill watering system.

    You connect a hand pump once every few months and stick the hose into a gallon jug and pump until they are full.

    Auto shut off when full.

    clicky link
  • Thanks guys. I appreciate you so much. We did use a mechanics mirror and a baby nasal sirnge with a piece of tubing attached. Never underestimate the power of a woman. it worked well. BTW, I did use distilled water. THANKS!