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 Best batteries?
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10/04/07 04:39 PM
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David D.
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Well its time to replace the TM batteries. What are the best one's out there?
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: David D.]
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10/04/07 04:46 PM
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HasBen
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I have Optimas and really like them. You might try searching the forum. You should find a lot of discussion on this topic.
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: HasBen]
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10/04/07 05:06 PM
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Marine AC
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There have been several posts on this subject recently - below is one of them. http://texasfishingforum.com/forums/ubbt...rue#Post1583590I buy the cheapest batteries that have the "AMPERAGE" rating I am looking for - and I replace them every 1 - 1.5 years and it is still cheaper then buying the high dollar batteries that might last 3-4 years.
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: HasBen]
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10/04/07 05:06 PM
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texasbass1
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Best is a personal choice. I prefer Delco Voyagers. Long life, maintance free and great reserve.
Pat Leach
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92 Procraft 180 Pro
24 Mercury 150 Pro XS 4 Stroke
Minn Kota Ulterra 80
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: texasbass1]
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10/04/07 05:08 PM
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David D.
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thanks, but i was thinking that I heard something about a 29? some letter follows it. Does anybody know what I am talking about?
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: texasbass1]
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10/04/07 05:08 PM
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rockiesfan57
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I just bought Trojan SCS-225. They have a 225 minute reserve capacity at 25 amps. I have had them out once and was pleased with the staying power.
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: Topwater13]
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10/04/07 05:50 PM
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Dayne
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I don't pay much attention to brands of batteries. I just look for at least 200 reserve amps. I keep them charged and watered.
The last set I took out after 4 years and gave them to a friend. It has been a year and a half and he is still using them. Properly maintained batteries will last a long time.
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Re: Best batteries?
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10/04/07 05:54 PM
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R T
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Re: Best batteries?
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10/04/07 07:48 PM
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Joe B
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There is no BEST anything,Just Opinions!!
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: Joe B]
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10/04/07 08:22 PM
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David Rush
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Just got new TM batteries myself. I got Walmart brand Everstart Maxx 205min reserve. That is what I took out of my boat after 2 1/2 years of use. I also had one of these in a pond boat for about 6 years. They cost about $67 and have a 18mo. warranty. I don't think you can beat the price or quality. Trojan's are great, but they cost about twice as much. I did get an Optima for the starting battery, since all of my electronics are on it. BTW are you the RedRanger on Coach's ffl that I traded Steve Smith to?
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: David Rush]
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10/04/07 08:26 PM
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texasbass1
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Series 29, the size of the battery.
24 Small case size
31 big
Pat Leach
USAF MSgt Retired
92 Procraft 180 Pro
24 Mercury 150 Pro XS 4 Stroke
Minn Kota Ulterra 80
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: David Rush]
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10/04/07 09:47 PM
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compile_src
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I like the Everstart batteries. If I remember right they actually have a 3yr Free Replacement and an additional 3yr pro-rated warranty for a total of 6yrs. Plus for the price (>$80ea.) they work well. I have mine hooked up to my Dual Pro charger all the time, I think the 'smart' charger keeps them conditioned and like new. I heard from the guy who owned the boat before me that he would replace TM batteries every year, but he would let the batteries charge and then disconnect them. I prefer them to stay hooked up all the time so that they are always being monitored and charged as necessary. My opinion is that it extends the life of any battery you buy. I just like the Everstarts because of their good performance and outstanding warranty.
-~Bryan~-
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: compile_src]
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10/05/07 12:17 AM
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meP2too
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I am going on five years with my optimas
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Re: Best batteries?
[Re: meP2too]
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10/05/07 12:51 AM
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Brushhog
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Optimas all the way!!! I'm on 4 years and no problems, used to replace batteries every year. Cost vs. longevity, I'll take the latter.
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