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• Re: [vanagon] Re: [Syncro] 2nd battery in a vanagon for lights, heat etc.
  Historical mailing list - John Brush
  Fri, 8 Feb 2002 21:29:11 -0700
  >any Deep Cycle battery will give longer life than a regular auto starter >battery... I'm sure golf cart batteries are Deep Cycle... and...
• Re: Deep cycle
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Fri, 15 Jan 2016 14:01:04 -0600
  There are only two or three lead acid battery manufactures left in this country and once you get past the function (start deep cycle...
• Battery Setup
  Historical mailing list - Monsieur Lafaire aka obeechi
  Thu, 29 May 2008 19:41:02 -0700
  ...Under the rear seat, larger engine battery and large deep cycle battery Under the front seats two deep cycle batteries that will fit - Frank...
• Which deep cycle aux. battery
  Historical mailing list - Glommen, Jon
  Wed, 12 May 1999 10:06:01 -0700
  What deep cycle batteries will fit the standard Vanagon battery box? I have found none. All popular deep cycle batteries are typically group 24...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: [Syncro] 2nd battery in a vanagon for lights, heat etc.
  Historical mailing list - Terry K.
  Sat, 9 Feb 2002 09:33:41 -0600
  Now here's�a trick wording of batteries-- A "Marine" battery doesn't necessarily have to be a deep cycle battery--it can be...
• SLA AC Delco Deep Cycle? (vs Interstate)
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 25 Mar 2019 13:23:49 -0700
  ...I'm shopping for an SLA deep cycle battery in Canada. Minimum 100 AH so group 27 or 31. Who makes AC Delco Deep...
• Re: Deep cycle
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 15 Jan 2016 11:21:12 -0800
  ...Deep cycle I am down here at buses by the bridge and my deep cycle battery died under the driver seat.. Interstate Batteries does...
• Trickling Deep Cycle and normal starting batteries
  Historical mailing list - Michael Elliott
  Sun, 11 Sep 2005 11:54:32 -0700
  ...He has two batteries, a Optima yellow top deep cycle house battery under the capt'n's chair, and the normal off-the-shelf...
• Deep Cycle Battery #2
  Historical mailing list - Marvin Westenburg
  Tue, 10 Mar 1998 13:10:39 -0600
  ...The life of a deep cycle battery is much shorter than a automotive battery anyway. So---Check the electrolyte level in your deep cycle...
• deep cycle batteries?
  Historical mailing list - David E Most
  Sun, 21 Jul 1996 02:21:18 -0400
  ...A couple of people on the list have suggested that I put a marine/deep cycle battery in its place for powering such devices...
• Deep Cycle Battery
  Historical mailing list - J. Douglas Allen Taylor
  Mon, 1 Jan 1996 16:10:46 -0800 (PST)
  What exactly is a deep cycle battery? And, while we're on the subject, what is the recommended cranking amperage for a Vanagon with...
• Deep cycle gel battery contest
  Historical mailing list - dodge89
  Tue, 25 May 1999 10:18:13 -0400
  Thanks to Marshall Ruskin for holding the deep cycle battery contest.I was one of 2 winners, and received mine in good condition last...
• Re: [vanagon] Re: [Syncro] 2nd battery in a vanagon for lights, heat etc.
  Historical mailing list - John Brush
  Sat, 9 Feb 2002 11:26:38 -0700
  >A "Marine" battery doesn't necessarily have to be a deep cycle >battery--it can be for marine use and just be an engine...
• re: deep cycle battery
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 May 1996 17:14:58 -0700
  ...Those are about the same as the RV "deep cycle" batteries. In fact, they are often described as RV/Marine deep cycle batteries. They...
• Re: Spanish translation for deep cycle battery?
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Thu, 20 Aug 2009 03:10:36 -0400
  ...But, if it's a marine deep cycle battery, "bateria de aplicacion marina" should work. H�ctor (who can translate without bablefish) On Thu...
• Inverter shuts off when connected to deep cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - dj
  Fri, 28 Nov 2008 17:04:51 -0800
  I just installed an second deep cycle battery but just realized that my inverter will stop working when the battery starts to get low...
• replacing starter battery with deep cycle?
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:31:53 -0400
  Rather than adding an aux deep cycle battery to a westy, how about just replacing the starter with a deep cycle? As I see...
• Re: Aux. Battery: Two Group 1 6 Volt "Commercial" Batteries?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 17 Feb 2015 21:18:57 -0800
  ...Same vendor also has a group 31 deep cycle http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/group-31-deep-cycle-battery-0103199p.html $140 Cnd...
• Re: Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 11:38:47 -0800
  I bought my deep cycle battery at ARC. He also mentioned he can make custom recharge systems for the deep cycle and starting batteries...
• Re: Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 11:56:56 -0800
  ...It was a 3 or 4 stage smart charger which is much better for deep cycle batteries than relying on the voltage regulator. My...
• deep cycle: best place to put? best size?
  Historical mailing list - Sheilah Rogers
  Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:17:39 -0700
  ...take existing larger deep cycle and move it to underneath the backseats. con: takes up precious space. wiring will include going under van and...
• lithium ion deep cycle batteries
  Historical mailing list - Mark C
  Sat, 7 Oct 2006 18:58:54 -0700
  ...it was only a about two months ago that I bought my first deep cycle, a standard type from WestMarine...
• Re: Non-GL Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Wed, 21 Jul 1999 11:23:38 -0700
  Joel, " Next question what is the positives of having deep cycles..." The biggest positive (IMHO) to a SEALED deep cycle under the driver's...
• Re: I can't give away my deep cycle gel batteries!
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Tue, 23 Mar 1999 21:35:01 -0500
  Marshall- Don't get me wrong, I'd love to have two sealed gel deep cycle batteries for the amazing low price of "free...
• 2nd Battery Time Again...
  Historical mailing list - Brian Wawzonek
  Thu, 10 May 2001 14:18:01 -0700
  ...Next, what battery to buy? Deep cycle sounds most appealing, but the local autoshop says that a deep cycle battery needs lots of ventilation...
• Re: Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 16 Nov 2001 23:00:39 -0600
  ...Deep cycle batteries are a good investment but if they are coupled to a non deep cycle without the proper relays and safety devices...
• RE: deep cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 6 May 1996 09:24:12 -0700
  ...deep cycle battery >Stinger dry cell Power Master (Model SPB-1000) > True Deep-cycle battery > Withstands more than 400 cycles of 100% discharge >It...
• re: deep cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Mon, 06 May 1996 09:00:00 -0700 (PDT)
  >Stinger dry cell Power Master (Model SPB-1000) > True Deep-cycle battery > Withstands more than 400 cycles of 100% discharge >It looks very good...
• Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Scott G. Terry
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 12:21:59 -0800
  Hi All, Here is a question I asked Optima Batteries (www.optimabatteries.com) about their D750 deep cycle battery. I was wondering if any...
• Re: Spanish translation for deep cycle battery?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 19 Aug 2009 23:22:18 -0700
  ...dk> wrote: > Hi, > > Anyone know what is the spanish name for deep cycle battery? > > Having a friend with a Syncro camper in Peru, and...
• Re: westy auxillary battery
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 6 Feb 1995 16:15:23 -0500
  ...BTW Thom, can't think of too many people stocking 6 volt deep cycle batteries. Most deep cycle batteries that i know of are...
• Re: deep cycle replacement for the main battery
  Historical mailing list - Loren A. Busch
  Wed, 2 Jul 2003 21:25:10 -0700
  ...There are small deep cycle and sealed batteries that will fit the space, but none of the same capacity as the 42, at least...
• Re: optima the one for starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 21 Aug 2005 10:18:13 -0400
  ...Combination starting-deep cycle batteries are sort of like all season tires. They try to be all things but they are a compromise at...
• Re: SLA AC Delco Deep Cycle? (vs Interstate)
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Mon, 25 Mar 2019 14:02:57 -0700
  ...Minimum 100 AH > so group 27 or 31. > > Who makes AC Delco Deep cycle batteries? Is their quality (e.g. lead > plates) comparable to...
• Re: starting from aux battery
  Historical mailing list - Geo
  Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:22:57 -0700
  ...Would this still be okay if one had a deep-cycle battery? I use a deep cycle that is coded 'DP' for dual purpose...
• Re: Deep cycle battery - 85 Home Made Westfalia
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 08:42:25 -0500
  Don't put a deep cycle battery in the same charging circuit as a standard battery. Deep cycles discharge slower and charge slower and...
• Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 08:48:53 -0800
  ...in > Sausalito, CA (415-332-3272) and he gave me the scoop on the group > 41 deep cycle batteries that he sells. Yes, there...
• Re: Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - mike miller
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 13:55:11 -0800
  ...Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery? > > Hi All, > > Here is a question I asked Optima Batteries (www.optimabatteries.com) > about their D750 deep...
• Re: Interstate Batt--Deep Cycle Batt Found
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Wed, 19 Apr 1995 13:26:44 -0700 (PDT)
  Derek Drew writes: > > By the way folks, after a great deal of research I determined that the Exide > combination trolling/starting deep cycle marine...
• Question for Beckett about size 30 deep cycle batteries
  Historical mailing list - Kent Tunks
  Wed, 21 Jun 2000 23:28:34 -0700
  Beckett, I can not find deep cycle batteries in a size 30 case anywhere.They DO have a size 31 that appears to be...
• Re: deep cycle: best place to put? best size?
  Historical mailing list - Sheilah Rogers
  Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:20:09 -0700
  ...take existing larger deep cycle and move it to underneath the backseats. > > con: takes up precious space. wiring will include going under van and...
• Spanish translation for deep cycle battery?
  Historical mailing list - Jens Jakob Andersen
  Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:06:38 +0200
  Hi, Anyone know what is the spanish name for deep cycle battery? Having a friend with a Syncro camper in Peru, and they need...
• Re:Deep cycle batteries
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 21 Jul 1996 13:46:58 PST
  I have been mulling over what your battery sales man said about NOT using a deep cycle battery in your bus.The only reason...
• Re: 2nd Battery Time Again...
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Thu, 10 May 2001 23:12:03 -0500
  ...I think that a deep cycle or the deep cycle / staring combo would work fine. I got the house battery at Sams Club, for...
• Re: Just hibernating & a battery mystery
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:38:03 -0500
  << My big deep cycle battery could use the occasional desulfation (who, after all, couldn't?). << I recommend a good quality bourbon- Knob Creek, say...
• Deep cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - Brian Tipsword
  Fri, 14 Oct 2005 14:10:26 -0700
  Hey all you in the know! I am wanting input on what battery to use for my deep cycle. I curious what options there...
• Re: Dual Batteries
  Historical mailing list - James Cook
  Tue, 19 Apr 1994 11:51:30 -0700 (PDT)
  ...But the purpose of the deep cycle is to get more hours of usage that the starter type battery. Once you decide you want...
• I can't give away my deep cycle gel batteries!
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Tue, 23 Mar 1999 18:05:47 -0600
  ...I have two, perfectly fine, sealed gel deep-cycle batteries, and I can't get rid of them! I'm about 8 Westy-hours...
• Re: RV battery for vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Tue, 16 Apr 1996 12:04:16 -0700
  ...The only battery which will fit is a group 42 which is NOT >available as a deep cycle! Was Volkswagon really that dumb or...
• Re: Deep Cycle Battery
  Historical mailing list - James H. McCarthy
  Fri, 29 May 1998 08:44:27 -0400
  I had to replace my deep cycle battery shortly after buying my '95EVC this January. I assume that it sat around so long from...
• Re: Auxiliary Battery
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Tue, 17 Jun 2003 23:08:24 -0700
  ...you can have your pick, either deep cycle that only trolls, or deep cycles that is also a starting battery, I've been told...
• deep cycle replacement for the main battery
  Historical mailing list - Mark Bus
  Wed, 2 Jul 2003 12:54:28 -0700
  Has anyone found a deep cycle battery that will fit where the main battery goes under the passenger seat? This current battery is a...
• Re: Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Fri, 16 Nov 2001 23:09:47 -0600
  ...Deep cycle batteries are a good investment but if they are coupled to a non deep cycle without the proper relays and safety devices...
• Re: Second Battery / Battery wiring / 110vt Inverter
  Historical mailing list - Richard A Jones
  Fri, 15 Oct 2004 20:03:14 -0600
  > I have found a fellow here in Sausalito (Arc Battery) who provides a = > deep cycle battery that is the exact size of the vanagon...
• Re: Optima Batteries - Red Yellow or Blue?
  Historical mailing list - Jimt Thomson
  Sun, 16 Oct 2005 23:32:43 -0600
  ...it is in the middle of a standard vw starting battery and a regular deep cycle. but as i stated before, most lead acid...
• RV battery for vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Brian M. Miller
  Tue, 16 Apr 96 11:14:55 PDT
  ...I will replace it because of the probable damage and because it should be a deep cycle battery, not a conventional starter battery." To...
• Re: Deep Cycle as ONLY battery?
  Historical mailing list - Joshua Van Tol
  Wed, 9 Dec 1998 19:14:54 -0600
  ...So, I ask, is there any point in using a deep cycle battery >as my main source of juice? Am I throwing money away...
• Re: Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 12:11:02 -0800
  ...It was a 3 or 4 stage smart charger which is much better > for deep cycle batteries than relying on the voltage regulator. My...
• Re: Battery for 84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Mon, 19 May 2008 11:34:47 -0700
  ...I have been reading and some places say to use deep cycle and some say only use deep cycle battery for the auxillary battery...
• Re: Deep Cycle Battery
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Fri, 29 May 1998 08:21:51 -0400
  ...Using such a device will make your deep-cycle battery last 100 times longer (I'm not kidding). Cheers, MJS At 08:44 AM...