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quote:Originally posted by fulltimedreamer
JP,
Here are acouple of links I had saved in my favorites regarding the various battery requirements. I am looking for another link I had that discussed charging requirements for the various battery types. If I locate I will post it. I remember reading that the AGM has very specific requirements that prevent it from boiling and off-gassing which is important since they are typically used in enclosed areas.
Anyway, here are the links I have found so far:
http://www.eastpenn-deka.com/products/pdfs/1081.pdf
http://www.phrannie.org/battery.html
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Thanks for the Links, they make for very intersting reading...
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quote:Originally posted by firetrucker
As I remember, the Honda is limited to about 8 amps of charging current and doesn't have any tapered charge capability. I think you would be much better off buying an ac charger that will suit the particular batteries you get, plus will charge at a much higher rate, if necessary.
Bob
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It appears I'll have to do some more research on the Honda's 12V Output capabilities...
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quote:Originally posted by ols1932
jpbcny: Why don't you go with one 12V Lifeline AGM battery? A little more expensive than the golf cart batteries but will last a lot longer. My solar panel installer told me he would install golf cart batteries if I insisted but he recommended the 12V Lifeline batteries. Incidentally, he has about 300 acres down in Lake City, FL that is all powered by solar.
Orv
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The reason for using 6V G.C. batteries would be to have batteries, that are designed for extreme industrial/commercial usage, with increased amphere hour ratings that a single 12V Marine/Deep Cycle Battery can't match, and you can buy a battery box that is capable of holding both batteries in a single enclosure...
As I've only had the 2006 Mountaineer 329RLS a short time, I don't even know what type of converter I have, and whether it capable of installing different charging modules. Well it seems I have a lot of research to finish before committing to any purchase, fortunately I don't have a Boondocking trip planned until August, which gives plenty of time...
Thanks again for all the responses, and valuable information
JP