Single AGM or 2 GC2???????
I thought I would get a couple opinions on which way I should go for my Battery replacement strategy this time. A little background: I just replaced my converter with a Progressive Dynamics Intel...
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Personally, I would stick with the GC2 pair of 6 volt batteries with the exception that we purchased ours from Samsclub. We primarily camp without hookups and our pair of GC2 Interstates were still delivering decent power after 8 years when we traded them in for a new set from Samsclub. Just wanted a fresh set and cost was what I spend on gas for a single RV outing. We got way more than we paid for.
It does sound like you could just use a single 12 volt battery since you run your genny around the clock when off the power grid. We prefer to just have extra amphours in case we need it, although we have an onboard Onan and a Champion inverter genny, plus solar which sounds like overkill, we definitely don't want to be caught with out power since we find ourselves RVing in extreme temps from time to time.
As you noted, the way a battery is charged and maintained is of paramount importance for proper performance and extended longevity. We have a smart charging converter and our rig is always plugged in when stored at home, batteries are always fully charged and ready to go. Nothing wrong with buying a higher-end battery, but they will suffer the same outcome without proper charging and maintenance.
It does sound like you could just use a single 12 volt battery since you run your genny around the clock when off the power grid. We prefer to just have extra amphours in case we need it, although we have an onboard Onan and a Champion inverter genny, plus solar which sounds like overkill, we definitely don't want to be caught with out power since we find ourselves RVing in extreme temps from time to time.
As you noted, the way a battery is charged and maintained is of paramount importance for proper performance and extended longevity. We have a smart charging converter and our rig is always plugged in when stored at home, batteries are always fully charged and ready to go. Nothing wrong with buying a higher-end battery, but they will suffer the same outcome without proper charging and maintenance.
