AGM vs Lead Acid

jffnkrn wrote:
Well to all. First off thanks for the info, input, comments etc. I just purchased two simple group 27 lead acid batteries. maintenance never was an issue with me, so it should be in the future. During a few of my upcoming trips, I may disconnect one battery and do a simple test over a day or two cycle and see how well one does the job. That will answer the question for the future. In the meantime, I know the two batteries will handle what I need. In addition, I went onto some websites to double check pricing. it just so happens that this weekend Pep Boys has an online coupon "thirtyall" for a purchase. I ordered two batteries and picked them up within a mile of home. $148.51 out the door for two group 27. that helped make the decision and if I only get a couple years out of them, so be it as I will test, test and retest in all types of climates and usage cycles over the next 6 to 8 months. So thanks again, and I will give a report later in the year!!!!! Good Luck & Be Safe ! ! !

I'd caution that using one of those grp 27 batteries as a test platform and drawing it down significantly is going to make a mess of your complete pair. I would use them together and keep a good charging schedule. You sound like a user that would benefit a lot from a small solar array. You might want to check into that as the cost would be about the same as replacing batteries every two years. You also may be able to leave the generator and gas at home.