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• Re: 2nd Deep Cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Wed, 18 Nov 1998 16:01:54 -0800
  ...2nd Deep Cycle battery > Date: Wednesday, November 18, 1998 3:46 PM > > > Here is some info I received from Optima battery concearning starting > > and...
• Re: Just hibernating & a battery mystery
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:40:02 -0500
  ...11:38 george jannini <georgejoann@GMAIL.COM> napisał(a): > << My big deep cycle battery could use the occasional desulfation > (who, after all, couldn't...
• Re: Any New Battery Technology
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Thu, 15 Feb 2007 12:32:49 -0800
  ...lithium ion deep cycle batteries > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > http://www.valence.com/ucharge.asp > > don't know what to think of these...
• Re: 2nd Deep Cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - L&A Johnson
  Thu, 19 Nov 1998 12:33:14 -0500
  ...Larry Jason Yasment wrote: > List, > Here is some info I received from Optima battery concearning starting > and deep cycle batteries for our beloved vanagons...
• Solar Panels
  Historical mailing list - J McCavitt
  Mon, 18 Nov 2002 15:23:40 -0800
  ...They put out about 17V dc , any need to step this down, or can a deep cycle take that voltage without damage? Speaking of...
• Re: westy auxillary battery
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Feb 95 09:47:19 gmt
  ...can you get >> deep cycle 6 volt batteries? > >Absolutely. They are called Golf-cart batteries, and I'm gonna get me >some reeeeel soon...
• Re: Will deep cycle battery fit?
  Historical mailing list - Ron Lussier
  Fri, 16 May 1997 18:30:25 -0700
  At 10:51 AM 5/16/97 -0500, Laurie Loeb wrote: >In my experience, a deep cycle battery of an adequate quantity of amp...
• Re: [Caravana] battery
  Historical mailing list - coyote
  Fri, 26 May 2000 17:42:41 -0700
  ...Direction of travel --> +---------+ | |== | | | | +---------+ According to my installer, an Optima deep-cycle battery can also fit into the under-passenger compartment, when the posts face...
• Optima Deep Cycles
  Historical mailing list - Chris Paquette
  Sun, 15 Aug 1999 18:28:48 -0700
  ...Is there an Optima deep-cycle battery that will fit under the driver's seat AND not require any cutting or other modifications to...
• Re: Recomended Deep Cycle Battery Brand?
  Historical mailing list - Beckett Cantrell
  Sat, 17 Jun 2000 21:34:13 EDT
  ...Optima makes both flavors in the 12v Yellow top Deep Cycle. It all depends on where you want to mount the batt. And BTW...
• OPTIMA DEEP CYCLE BATTERIES
  Historical mailing list - William Maxian
  Tue, 24 Oct 2000 01:39:46 -0400
  Hello Everybody - I'm off the list for now, but you folks came to mind when I recently discovered a source for Optima Deep...
• Re: deep cycle replacement for the main battery
  Historical mailing list - developtrust
  Wed, 2 Jul 2003 13:28:52 -0700
  Very recently someone posted a deep cycle that will fit perfectly. Check the archives. Better still here is a copy of his email. William...
• Re: Trickling Deep Cycle and normal starting batteries
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Sun, 11 Sep 2005 12:45:19 -0700
  ...He > has two batteries, a Optima yellow top deep cycle house battery under > the capt'n's chair, bit off topic but I just...
• Re: [vanagon] Deep Cycle specs comparison
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 20 Sep 2005 14:57:55 -0700
  ...about $85 dollars and for the deep cycle performance it was much > better than the OPTIMA and a lot cheaper too. The warranty is...
• brunton solar panels that roll up
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dorm
  Tue, 17 Jun 2003 20:22:45 -0700
  ...I don't want to deep cycle my not deep cycle battery... you might even be able to slap it on the back of...
• Re: new series 48 Odyssey battery
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:54:01 -0500
  ---- Thomas Wilsher <tw67syncro@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > I did a lot of research on deep cycle batteries a few years ago when I > was putting...
• Re: new series 48 Odyssey battery
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 05:54:29 EDT
  ...TD22-12 Tempest Deep Cycle AGM, Valve Regulated, Maintenance Free, Sealed Lead Acid Rechargeable Battery_ (http://www.batteryspec.com/cgi-bin/cart.cgi?action...
• Deep Cycle Battery
  Historical mailing list - James H. McCarthy
  Fri, 20 Mar 1998 08:52:16 -0500
  A while back I queried the list for help with my deep cycle battery because it was not holding a charge for any length...
• source for Aux. battery
  Historical mailing list - Don Parce
  Thu, 20 Feb 97 13:50:39 -0800
  I'd like to put a 2nd battery into my 85 Westy and have learned that deep-cycle batteries are better for running accessories...
• Question on Deep Cycle Battery
  Historical mailing list - James H. McCarthy
  Mon, 9 Mar 1998 13:58:03 -0500
  On my '95 EVC (which is technically a 'new' vehicle, starting its warranty in January '98) I am having trouble keeping my rear deep...
• Re: Camping Battery
  Historical mailing list - Bob Bellanca
  Mon, 21 Jul 1997 22:38:21 -0700
  >So my questions are now: > - Is a small deep cycle wheelchair battery really better than > a top of the line Group 41 battery if...
• Re: Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 15:38:05 -0600
  ...If for some reason the monetary outlay is a little much for the Optima--hit Walmart--they have deep cycle batteries cheap. Two is...
• Re: Deep cycle battery
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 14 Oct 2005 15:40:08 -0700
  ...Deep cycle battery > > Hey all you in the know! > > > > I am wanting input on what battery to use for my > deep cycle. I curious...
• Re: Which Optima for starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 21 May 2002 18:04:39 -0400
  ...Being deep cycle does not eliminate the advantage of a second battery as you can still discharge it and find your self stranded. The...
• Did I hurt my Aux Battery?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 3 Sep 2008 21:35:55 -0700
  ...At time of purchase, I didn't note the battery type. (deep cycle or AGM). I *think* it's a deep cycle, but am...
• Re: Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Mon, 30 Jul 2007 13:42:39 -0400
  ...The AGM's and deep cycles need special external chargers (which I have, but just for clarification.) True? 3) Has anyone done a mod...
• Re: For Canucks Only -what kind of battery?
  Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
  Sun, 11 Feb 2007 13:44:29 -0800
  Nathaniel, there is only one deep cycle battery that will fit in that compartment under the drivers seat. That is the OPTIMA yellow top...
• Re: deep cycle batteries
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Jan 1995 13:49:56 +0500
  ...I'm >thinking about using a deep cycle battery for the time being, and just run >the fridge off of it until some day...
• Re: [Q] 2nd battery again
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 May 1997 20:06:14 -0700
  >| I've read some of the posts how others are hooking up deep cycle >| batteries, but does anyone just use a 2nd normal cranking...
• Re: Electrial questions...
  Historical mailing list - Steven X. Schwenk
  Sun, 24 May 1998 20:25:16 -0700
  ...the optimus deep cycle battery...I prefer top post (see archives: "auxillary battery" or "Optimus". They are about $185. steve William Carden wrote: > Can...
• Re: Deep Cycle Battery
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Mon, 1 Jan 1996 22:12:25 -0800 (PST)
  ...Douglas Allen Taylor writes: > > What exactly is a deep cycle battery? It's a battery that is made for use with moderate loads over...
• Re: Another @#$% deep cycle battery question!!
  Historical mailing list - S Sittservl
  Mon, 19 Jul 1999 20:03:08 EDT
  ...Yasment) > > OK here it goes..... > > 1) Can you charge and discharge a deep cycle battery at the same time? > Ex. Have a solar panel...
• Re: Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Colin Stanfield
  Thu, 15 Nov 2001 17:09:56 -0500
  ...http://www.irbs.com/lists/live-aboard/0110/0587.html Two 6V golf cart batteries wired to give you 12V provide very good deep...
• Re: deep cycle: best place to put? best size?
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:12:48 -0700
  ...take existing larger deep cycle and move it to underneath the > backseats. > *BTDT in my '90 Westy when I went to a 12v refrigerator...
• Re: Vitrfrigio install report
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Mon, 27 Jul 2009 06:45:24 -0700
  ...Don't most use a deep cycle (i.e. marine/RV) battery -- or do those not fit under the drivers seat? My aux is...
• Re: Batteries: Optima vs Gp 41...was Re: Group-41 deep cycle
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 18 Apr 1997 15:47:19 -0400 (EDT)
  ...This price is NOT for the Deep Cycle battery. The Deep Cycle runs more, about $160-$170 I think. Regards, Jim Davis 87 GL...
• Re: Shore batteries
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Tue, 7 Aug 2012 08:39:29 -0700
  "Are these deep cycle shore batteries what is most commonly used as aux. electric power source installations in Vans and Westies?" Can't speak...
• Re: optima the one for starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Sat, 20 Aug 2005 22:52:05 -0500
  ...I have been using deep cycle batteries for 30 some years in my boats. Maybe max 2 years if I yanked them out of...
• Re: Electrial questions...
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Sun, 24 May 1998 17:27:05 -0700
  ...You can reset by pressing the button on the breaker. > And what would be the best type of battery for the auxiliary, marine deep...
• Battery Myths-including deep cycles
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Thu, 22 Feb 2007 12:28:24 -0800
  FWIW I find this battery site has good information http://www.trojan-battery.com/ Mark
• Re: Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:31:57 -0400
  ...On Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:24:32 -0600, John <vanagonvw@GMAIL.COM> wrote: >if you >invest in true deep cycle batteries, and don...
• Re: Westy auxiliary battery (why not keep it going)
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Thu, 9 Feb 1995 10:13:32 -0800 (PST)
  ...the other would be wired to three golf cart batteries (instead of the > deep cycle battery). I think the would be wired parallel, but...
• Re: Deep cycle gel battery contest
  Historical mailing list - David Priemer
  Tue, 25 May 1999 22:20:57 EDT
  ...pattip@IONSYS.COM writes: << Thanks to Marshall Ruskin for holding the deep cycle battery contest.I was one of 2 winners, and received mine...
• Deep CYCLE Auxillary Battery....Will ANYTHING fit?
  Historical mailing list - phil stanhope
  Thu, 4 Apr 2002 16:27:39 -0800
  Earlier I wrote in the Subject:"Deep Cell" instead of Deep Cycle battery. As you can tell I dont know jack about electronics. I...
• Re: Deep Cycle Batteries
  Historical mailing list - John
  Sun, 29 Jul 2007 21:24:32 -0600
  ...Not recommended, and only a solid, true deep cycle battery is going to allow you to get away with that, once, maybe twice. 50...
• Re: Deep Cycle Battery
  Historical mailing list - Marvin Westenburg
  Thu, 28 May 1998 04:52:19 -0500
  ...The service life of a deep cycle battery is much less than an automotive battery. Suggest you have it tested. If the battery is...
• Re: 81 maximum battery dimensions
  Historical mailing list - Brian M. Miller
  Thu, 2 May 96 7:38:53 PDT
  ...i am wanting to put in a deep-cycle for music listening, etc. while camping, and would like to put it in as soon...
• Deep Cycle as ONLY battery?
  Historical mailing list - Robin Davies
  Wed, 9 Dec 1998 10:12:30 -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...
• deep cycle big battery
  Historical mailing list - Derek Drew
  Fri, 01 Nov 1996 22:46:48 -0500
  Don't forget folks that I found a huge 150 amp hour or something along those lines deep cycle excide battery to fit under...
• Re: Optima Deep Cycles
  Historical mailing list - Davidson
  Sun, 15 Aug 1999 19:56:39 -0700
  ...Optima Deep Cycles >I know this subject is discussed quite often on the list, but I couldn't >find the answer to my question...
• Westy Battery
  Historical mailing list - Roch Kohl
  Wed, 15 Jul 1998 07:00:53 -0700
  ...I heard I need deep cycle. Any particular amps and do I need special items to connect battery? I only want to use for...
• Re: Deep cycle
  Historical mailing list - Stan Shapiro
  Fri, 15 Jan 2016 16:15:48 -0700
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• Re: Optima deep cycle batt. as starting battery?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Fri, 16 Nov 2001 08:47:31 -0500
  Here is an excellent write-up on batteries... http://www.uuhome.de/william.darden/
• T3 Westy's; batteries; how to have your cake and eat it
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Sun, 5 Aug 2007 16:19:12 -0600
  Hi, Following my dual 6V deep cycle install in a T4 Westy and the recent flurry of battery emails to the list, I started...
• Re: OPTIMA DEEP CYCLE BATTERIES
  Historical mailing list - Larry Chase
  Mon, 19 Nov 2001 16:34:34 -0500
  ...came to mind >when I recently discovered a source for Optima Deep Cycle Batteries. >These are new "Yellow Tops" @ $100 each + $25 s&h...
• Re: [vanagon] DEEP CYCLE Battery FAQ and links
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Thu, 25 Aug 2005 19:47:04 -0700
  This is one of my favorites: <http://www.uuhome.de/william.darden/carfaq.htm> Jim
• Deep cycle batteries on sale at Canadian tire
  Historical mailing list - Martin Jagersand
  Wed, 25 Jul 2007 17:32:42 -0600
  There is a 15% off sale on some deep cycle batteries at Canadian tire. The camping battery in my '94 westy has been weak...
• Re: Dead Yellowtop house battery
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:00:43 -0700
  Replace it with a true deep cycle marine/RV battery. Sears and others have one that fits, it will be the same size as...
• Re: westy auxillary battery
  Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
  Mon, 6 Feb 1995 14:36:40 -0800 (PST)
  ...can you get > deep cycle 6 volt batteries? Absolutely. They are called Golf-cart batteries, and I'm gonna get me some reeeeel soon...
• Re: T3 Westy's; batteries; how to have your cake and eat it
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 5 Aug 2007 21:46:07 -0400
  ...Now instead of having one dedicated starting battery and one deep cycle battery, you need two deep cycle batteries with enough CCA to start...