12 volt deep cycle batteries
How long generally speaking do batteries last? Mine are maintenance free so there nothing that I usually do. When I store for the winter, I typically remove both batteries and keep them charged in my ...
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Flooded wet properly maintained and properly charged typically go 7-10 years. Mine went 9
Sealed wet, Mine (Starting battery) also hit 9 (within a month of the flooded wet's) Actually it lasted a bit longer since the chassis was made in August and the body in May.
AGMs. Well mine did not last nearly as long but I ahve heard of them hitting 12 years (Exceptional) usually 5-7 is closer, and they cost more..
My Theory as to The reason the sealed and starved (Agm is starved) do not last as long is that you can not replace liquid that boils off from overcharging or too rapid charging.
Sealed wet, Mine (Starting battery) also hit 9 (within a month of the flooded wet's) Actually it lasted a bit longer since the chassis was made in August and the body in May.
AGMs. Well mine did not last nearly as long but I ahve heard of them hitting 12 years (Exceptional) usually 5-7 is closer, and they cost more..
My Theory as to The reason the sealed and starved (Agm is starved) do not last as long is that you can not replace liquid that boils off from overcharging or too rapid charging.
