RV Deep Cycle Battery

Lynnmor wrote:

Sloop Smitten wrote:
So, as I understand it, Walmart goes out and purchases 100,000 batteries from one of the few wholesale battery manufacurers and then put their name on it and the label creates an inferior battery. Why don't they try another label? :?

Maybe they ask for the cheapest 100,000 batteries that can be produced. I've had 4 in a row practically destroy the battery areas in two different vehicles. I've had testing done, alternators replaced, battery trays repaired, and windshield washer pumps replaced from the damage caused by spillage from Walmarts best batteries. NEVER AGAIN!

SOunds like a complete lack of maintenance to me. If you have battery juices running and ruining your equipment , Should have run the test first. Over charging from a bad ground or similar problem can lead you to a lot of problems. Don't blame the battery or the seller. I have worked with trucks, pickups and cars for over 50 years.
MY 2 cents

I'd consider replacing your old-technology lead-acid with a more modern AGM lead-acid version. They cost more, but have longer lifespans since they're all but impervious to vibration and shock, and have many advantages over regular batteries. They are the first choice for aviation and military applications where rugged long-life batteries that can be rapidly charged, discharged lower safely, mounted in any position, don't require a container, don't degas or ruin your jeans, battery tray or washer pump, and can be used indoors safely, etc. etc. I went with one instead of bigger, heavier, cheaper lead-acid marine battery and have decided I'm not going back to the standard batteries. :C

Sloop Smitten wrote:
So, as I understand it, Walmart goes out and purchases 100,000 batteries from one of the few wholesale battery manufacurers and then put their name on it and the label creates an inferior battery. Why don't they try another label? :?

Maybe they ask for the cheapest 100,000 batteries that can be produced. I've had 4 in a row practically destroy the battery areas in two different vehicles. I've had testing done, alternators replaced, battery trays repaired, and windshield washer pumps replaced from the damage caused by spillage from Walmarts best batteries. NEVER AGAIN!

2oldman wrote:
They usually go bad one day after warranty, and at the worst possible time. Personally I'd stay away from WM batteries.

You can't be so "too old" that you are that grumpy! :)

WalMart batteries are made by the same few battery makers everybody else sells. There is nothing wrong with them as such.

So, as I understand it, Walmart goes out and purchases 100,000 batteries from one of the few wholesale battery manufacurers and then put their name on it and the label creates an inferior battery. Why don't they try another label? :?

Many get good service from their Walmart batteries as there is more to battery longevity than the brand name plastered on the case. Most any battery brand will suffice if most of your RVing is done with hook-ups, where primarily camping off the grid would justify a set of quality golfcart type batteries.

2oldman wrote:
They usually go bad one day after warranty, and at the worst possible time. Personally I'd stay away from WM batteries.

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moved from technology

What they call Deep Cycle are just a little more heavy than standard because they're for RV and Marine, which also includes use as a starting battery. The true deep cycles are more expensive and are golf cart-type. Overall, I don't think I'd be afraid of WM or Costco batteries, most everything is pretty good nowadays in my opinion. Others may have different experiences.

They usually go bad one day after warranty, and at the worst possible time. Personally I'd stay away from WM batteries.