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 Deep Cycle Battery Question
#999545
06/09/10 10:09 PM
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Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 77
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Getting the Wheeling Fever
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Hi all,
I need to replace the battery in my 90, and have question. Is running a deep cycle battery OK for day to day use, or should I get a standard battery?
Thanks,
Greg B
94 SR Sold
90 Green 4DR LS, Sold to Scottys90
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: Greg B]
#999546
06/09/10 11:30 PM
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Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,435
Body Damage is Cool
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- '93 SR: sent to crusher
- '05 Montero LTD: sold
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: Greg B]
#999547
06/10/10 12:22 AM
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Joined: May 2007
Posts: 4,628
Roll Me Over
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In the heat where you are, I'd likely get a yellow top Optima. It'll stand up to alot of abuse and still be able to handle deep cycle-like discharges.
But, it really depends on what you're expecting from it. What's your typical usage like?
Fasteddy's advice is occasionally sound...
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: hazy_daze]
#999548
06/10/10 02:47 AM
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Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,435
Body Damage is Cool
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a deep cycle isn't so good for running starters or winches. Great for things with constant draw like lights.
- '83 Might Max: IG @83mmax
- '88 Raider: my OG
- '89 Raider: rescued
- '92 RS M/T: sold
- '93 SR: sent to crusher
- '05 Montero LTD: sold
- '18 PHEV: wife's daily
- '14 OL GT
- http://www.tuffpans.com
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: plh]
#999549
06/10/10 03:08 AM
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Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 13,649
Web Wheeler
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Deep cycle will survive many full discharge event. Std will not, but has much higher cranking amps. Deep cycle is for trolling motors on boats.
Not responsible for advice not taken...
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: fasteddy]
#999550
06/10/10 03:21 AM
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Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,435
Body Damage is Cool
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Yes, Standard Automotive type "Starting" batteries have high cranking amp capacity. True "Deep Cycle" batteries are made for long slow discharges and recharges. It will not hurt to use a deep discharge as a starting battery, it will however need to be physically larger to deliver a similar cranking amp capacity as a "Starting" battery. Typically Deep Cycle batteries are more expensive than starting batteries. More than you probably care to know can be found here: Wind Sun
- '83 Might Max: IG @83mmax
- '88 Raider: my OG
- '89 Raider: rescued
- '92 RS M/T: sold
- '93 SR: sent to crusher
- '05 Montero LTD: sold
- '18 PHEV: wife's daily
- '14 OL GT
- http://www.tuffpans.com
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: redbull]
#999552
06/10/10 04:31 AM
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Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 77
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Getting the Wheeling Fever
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Thanks for all the good info. I donÆt have any heavy electrical loads on my truck, so I guess I will get a standard battery. The deep cycle was only 6 bucks more, and I was looking to get the most bang for the buck. Seems like batteries only last about three years for me.
Greg B
94 SR Sold
90 Green 4DR LS, Sold to Scottys90
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: Greg B]
#999553
06/10/10 09:19 AM
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Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 6,211
Trail Leader
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Greg, get something with a full 3-year replacement warranty for use here in Phoenix. You'll need it, as they never make it that long with the heat.
John B.
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Re: Deep Cycle Battery Question
[Re: JohnnyBfromPeoria]
#999554
06/11/10 12:19 AM
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Joined: May 2010
Posts: 18
Need a Spot
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I've typically found good pricing on batteries of all types at Sams Club, however In September of last year I found Batteries Plus to have a killer deals on Optima batteries. I am not sure if this is still the case but I would check it out...
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