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ContinuousWave Whaler Moderated Discussion Areas ContinuousWave: Post-Classic Whalers Best Battery: AGM
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Author | Topic: Best Battery: AGM |
davej14 |
posted 04-26-2004 10:34 AM ET (US)
My wet cell lead acid marine battery needs to be replaced. In doing some research it seems like an AGM-type battery would be a superior replacement because it would not outgas within the center console and it has superior charge loss characteristics during winter storage. Manufacturers warn that charging rates need to be closely regulated for these type batteries. Does anyone have experience using an AGM-type battery like the Xxide Orbital or "Optima Blue Top" with an outboard? I have a 75 ELPTO 2-stroke Mercury on my Whaler. Before spending three-times more than a wet cell type, I would like to be sure it is the right thing to do. |
knothead |
posted 04-26-2004 11:29 AM ET (US)
davej14 I've had an Optima Yellowtop mounted in my console for 5 years and have experienced no problems. I use the boat maybe once every 4-6 weeks November thru March and every weekend May thru October. I've never removed the battery from under the console and have never had a charger hooked to it. It has not yet failed me. regards---knothead |
Moe |
posted 04-26-2004 11:30 AM ET (US)
I believe an AGM battery is definitely the way to go, especially on a single-battery boat. They are more rugged and resistant to shock and vibration. They have a lower internal resistance which provides more starting current and charges faster. AGMs can be used with standard flooded cell chargers, but will charge even faster with a charger that has a profile specific to them. They have a MUCH lower self-discharge rate and can go months without charging. They don't spill acid if tipped over, and they don't outgas hydrogen and corrosive mist when charging. You can use Yellow Tops, but the Blue Tops are the marine versions with alternate posts for house circuit hook-up. -- |
jimh |
posted 04-26-2004 09:25 PM ET (US)
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rtk |
posted 04-27-2004 01:38 PM ET (US)
I purchased two group 27 MK AGM batteries last year from this place. They were used to power a trolling motor. The batteries have performed very well and delivery was prompt. Some good battery info on this site.I am also using AGM batteries on my boat for main power instead of the lead acid. www.batterystuff.com/battery/batteries1.htm Rich |
Chuck Tribolet |
posted 04-27-2004 05:43 PM ET (US)
I think they are overkill.
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WT |
posted 04-27-2004 07:01 PM ET (US)
You can't be too thin, too rich or have too much battery power. I have 3 AGM's in my Montauk. http://f2.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/wtom95831/detail?.dir=/515c&.dnm=9380.jpg |
davej14 |
posted 04-28-2004 06:18 AM ET (US)
Thanks for all the comments. I purchased an Optima Blue Top starting battery. Hated to part with the $130. but the previous owner was using flooded cell batteries and there is some corrosion on the electrical contacts within the console as a result. In the long run I think it will be a good value and i won't have to fuss with charging during winter storage. |
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