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Canadian_Rainbi
Aug 19, 2014Explorer
Mexicowanderer probably knows more about lead acid batteries and their care and feeding than everyone else on this forum combined. Follow his advice.
For us, changing from 2 group 24s to 4 GCs was a good move but we do depend on them when shore power is inadequate, which is frequent, in Mexico. We did have to slightly modify the battery compartment to deal with the extra height and are very pleased that we did.
IF you don't drycamp/boondock regularly or for long periods the group 24s will probably be fine. If $$ aren't a consideration, go for the GCs.
Another note: how well do you look after the batteries that you have? A little preventive maintenance can increase battery life.
For us, changing from 2 group 24s to 4 GCs was a good move but we do depend on them when shore power is inadequate, which is frequent, in Mexico. We did have to slightly modify the battery compartment to deal with the extra height and are very pleased that we did.
IF you don't drycamp/boondock regularly or for long periods the group 24s will probably be fine. If $$ aren't a consideration, go for the GCs.
Another note: how well do you look after the batteries that you have? A little preventive maintenance can increase battery life.
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