my cranking battery finally bit the dust over the weekend.....what cranking batteries are yall running? I will be using it to crank a 30 hp etec and running two depth finders off of it...
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my cranking battery finally bit the dust over the weekend.....what cranking batteries are yall running? I will be using it to crank a 30 hp etec and running two depth finders off of it...
I use a big Napa Marine batt but don't recommend it, have had it replaced the last 2 springs
A good group 24 marine cranking/ trolling should work just fine. Think Academy sells a Exide like that for a pretty good price.
I personally won't run less than a Series 27 for cranking, Series 29 if I have the room.
Academy In Tupelo has the Exide Stowaway Dual purpose marine batterys , the group 27 is just under 90 bucks.
I just bought 2 Exide marine batteries from Academe............group 31's at 109.99. The reviews seem good, and thought I'll try them. You could use a group 27 or 24, but if you have the room, I would rather the bigger battery. On my Skeeter, I have 4 group 31's that I bought from Oreilly's last year. They were 89.99 I think, and I've used them a few times so far with no problems.
My thoughts also. I use a group 31 because on my skeeter, the starting battery also runs all my electronics and pumps.Quote:
Originally Posted by mrdux
I have a Series 31 on my engine, Series 29 for all my electronics and 3 Trojan golf carts for my TM. The OP is running a much smaller load than my 140 Suzuki so he could easily get by with a 27.Quote:
Originally Posted by duckhunter
31 series AGM cranker.
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Deka marine 27, going on 9 years on cranking battery. Had to replace tm and ff battery 2 years ago it was the same as my cranking battery. Keep thinking I need to replace that cranking battery since 2015 now... lol
Saw a promo for lithium batteries vs traditional lead/acid batteries. I'm sure they are very expensive. They had a single battery that produced 36 volts and you could pick it up easily with one hand. They require a special charger and claimed they would last ten years. I know it's probably way too expensive right now but it looks to me like they may be in our near future. Just like satellite tv, flat screens, and LED lighting, everything gets less expensive as it is improved and produced for the masses.
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Saw that too, 36 volt and 40 lbs... looked very interestingQuote:
Originally Posted by feeshrman
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I may just be lucky but I got the cheapo from walmart 6 years ago and it is still going strong! I'm sure it will bite the dust now that I have said something but it has been a dang good one.
thats what I had too!!! lasted me a long time
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thats not what I wanna hear lol napa is only store we have in town....a trip to tupelo may be needed but geez I dont have time.....baseball season in full force and 11 month old at home....I may get to go fishing friday morning though since school is out
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Originally Posted by Rees Guide
Besides vehicles, the price tag on those suckers keep climbing to ridiculous prices and the quality is going in the gutter.. and once the warranty runs out the repairs will put you in the poor house.Quote:
Originally Posted by feeshrman
Checked em out. LithiumPro. 36 volt battery is $2199. Ouch!Quote:
Originally Posted by MO' MONEY
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Ouch is right. I'd be willing to drop a grand on one if they are as good as they say, but that's about my max.Quote:
Originally Posted by Iwannafish
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BOAT. Break Out Another Thousand.Quote:
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The lithiums are nice until they catch fire :)
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Which is worse, boat fire on the water or boat fire in the garage.
EXIDE 27, LARGER WOULD NOT FIT . ACADEMY SPORTS .:juggle
Sam's can't beat these prices, last page.
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Definitely the garage.Quote:
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Funny you say that, last 2 vehicles I've bought I purchased the extended warranty. First time I've ever done that, but with so many expensive electronics, sensors and such I feel it is worth it. Heck, my wife's head lamps went out and according to the manual we are supposed to take the front bumper cap off just to replace a bulb.Quote:
Originally Posted by Snubbys
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If they hold up and last as long as they say it would be worth it... 3 31's every 2 yrs ain't cheap... You get that boat up and going yet?Quote:
Originally Posted by feeshrman
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That's what I was thinking on the batteries. Don't mind paying more for better longevity and less maintenance. As for as the my new rig, it was ready the week I bought it, done made six or seven trips in it now. It sure feels good to be back on the water.Quote:
Originally Posted by BigBlue
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I've been using Optima AGMs for years on everything. Tractors, truck, wife's car, and Especially on a boat. Never leaks toxic acid because it is sealed. I'm sure there are some others as good or better, but optima is the only battery we've had so far that will continually crank these old , diesel tractors in cold weather. Mine have performed well on the water also. They have made a believer out of me. I would recommend running at least 2 batteries. 1 for cranking motor only, and another for accessories. Unless you want to get broke down a long ways from the truck from a drained battery that's to weak to start outboard.
Add a golf cart battery. It'll do you proud.
BRM
The Dura last AGM's will last for you for years- A 27 will do fine for your setup. The Exide 27 wet battery will do it to, butbe careful on size n either. Some battery compartments are a little small for the bigger ones.