Spending too much $$ on batteries.
The TC I purchased new in July 2009 had a Lifeline GPL27T battery. Lasted until Oct. 2011, when Rex told me I needed a new one. I was at factory getting a window put in my door. Last fall, October 201...
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Peg Leg wrote:Can happen with a malfunctioning converter/charger. Many RVs have a converter only, and not a charger. They will overcharge and destroy a battery. I have been there and done that. That is how my TC was equipped when new. If you do not know the difference, they look the same.
If it's plugged in all the time it could be a overcharging problem cause by the converter. I just had to replace my converter but it wasn't charging at all.
Peg Leg wrote:I absolutely agree. The only exception is if you are connected to shore power with a three stage converter/charger, or solar.
You may need to add a battery disconnect switch when not using the rig.
realter wrote:Best Converter has a simple disconnect. They will tell you how and where to install it.
I pull the fuse, should have spent $ to get a battery disconnect, a whold lot easier than getting down of the floor behind some little door.
realter wrote:Best Converter can provide you with an answer. First, look at your converter (or converter/charger) and see what you have. Some RVs only have converters, not charger/converters. Tell Randy what you have, and he will tell you what it does.
How would I know if the converter needs replacing? Does somebody test it?
Reddog1 wrote:
... It may be worth your time to call Best Converter. Randy is very easy to talk to, with years of experience. Explain what you have, and he will give you a direction.
Wayne
