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steveexplorer
Explorer
Sep 21, 2013

Which is better - (3) 12v batteries vs (2) 6v batteries

I am looking to replace an old coach battery with AGM batteries for boondocking usage. I have space for (3) 12 volt group 24s without having to do any modifications, but could also just use 2 of the b...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Sep 23, 2013
Hi,

That is unwise advice. AGM's do fail and can create poisonous fumes when they do. It is prudent to have them in a sealed container which is vented to the great outdoors.

tplife wrote:
BFL13, AGM batteries don't have to be outside and don't have to be vented, so having them "warm" inside is a non-issue as well.

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