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mojoroo's avatar
mojoroo
Explorer
May 12, 2014

Need a battery. Never boondock. Recommendations?

My battery is toast, leaving our TT plugged into shore power has ruined our battery. So I need a battery, nothing to boon dock with but something to give us power to open the slide when arriving on the site, getting lunch at rest areas and the occasional power outage.

So what should I get that is fairly inexpensive. I assume I don't need a true deep cycle.

Also what should I do to keep the rv charging system from over charging?
  • TucsonJim's avatar
    TucsonJim
    Explorer II
    May 12, 2014
    "Also what should I do to keep the rv charging system from over charging?"

    If you don't already have a smart converter/charger, you could replace your current converter with one. It will keep the battery in top notch shape.
  • mojoroo's avatar
    mojoroo
    Explorer
    May 12, 2014
    That is what I was thinking. I think I will add a quick disconnect and just switch to "on" the night before we go on a trip.
  • hmknightnc's avatar
    hmknightnc
    Explorer
    May 12, 2014
    Group24 marine deep cycle from Wal-Mart. About $80.

    Get in routine to keep your battery full of water. Check it monthly until you figure out how much water it uses. Plan on replacing every 3 or 4 years.

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