6 volt vs 12 volt batteries for boondocking
Hi all, While waiting for our new 28' Stealth toy hauler we're trying to figure out the best batteries to get for when we're back in the hills camped off the grid. We ordered the optional 200 watt ...
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I will say this again. GC batteries. be they GC-2 or GC-12 are DEEP CYCLE, you can also get other DEEP CYCLE batteries but they can be hard to find and expensive.
Most of your Group 24, 27, 29, 31 batteries are MARINE/deep cycle. (pay attntion to the case I use)
Starting batteries need to be kept well fed like 80+% at all times. Run 'em down and they are TOAST'
MARINE batteries are starting as well Just not rated for sub freezing temps. but MARINE/Deep cycle.. Well they are Mostly starting with lip service paid to DEEP CYCLE you can run em down safely just a few percent less than MARINE.
DEEP CYCLE are designed for 50% discharge.. Provided you recharge soon.
And due to fact that Golf Courses order GC batteries by the pallet load.. As opposed to ordering in smaller quantities as Auto Stores do the Group this or that types. GC batteries are LOWER COST. as well.
Most of your Group 24, 27, 29, 31 batteries are MARINE/deep cycle. (pay attntion to the case I use)
Starting batteries need to be kept well fed like 80+% at all times. Run 'em down and they are TOAST'
MARINE batteries are starting as well Just not rated for sub freezing temps. but MARINE/Deep cycle.. Well they are Mostly starting with lip service paid to DEEP CYCLE you can run em down safely just a few percent less than MARINE.
DEEP CYCLE are designed for 50% discharge.. Provided you recharge soon.
And due to fact that Golf Courses order GC batteries by the pallet load.. As opposed to ordering in smaller quantities as Auto Stores do the Group this or that types. GC batteries are LOWER COST. as well.
