House batteries

As of now, we will probably replace batteries before we leave on our trip..

Hi,

Adding acid will definitely shorten the life span of the batteries. The positive plates will erode much faster and the detritus may build up and short out a cell.

Passin Thru wrote:
NO, No ACID, distilled water to the rings. Next time buy Gel Cell batteries.

Correct, No Acid. Never.

But don't get gel cell batteries. They require very careful charging and have more limits on discharge.

I suspect Passin Thru meant AGM, or Absorption Glass Matt. They are two quite different animals.

DH said that he had Gel Cell batteries before and they only lasted for one year. He said that only one out of the four is doing this.

Hi,

With respect, Gel cells would be the last choice of most knowledgeable battery experts for RV use.

AGM are much more forgiving and more suitable than Gel.

Passin Thru wrote:
Next time buy Gel Cell batteries.

NO, No ACID, distilled water to the rings. Next time buy Gel Cell batteries. Keeping them full helps them hold a full charge as the acid works with the Lead to store little electrical particles which are also what makes smoke in wires.

Nobody on here knows anything about batteries.

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