When running dual batteries it is best to match them for optimal results.

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Frank Condelli
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2008 6:24 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Why AGM batts don't last as long as they should

In a message dated 18/06/2008 2:03:29 P.M. Central Standard Time,
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

I have  an optima yellow top that never seemed to get charged properly
from the  alternator.

        EXACTLY, I've toasted at  least three of those EXPEN$IVE Optimas
before giving up on them.  They are  JUNK to put it mildly.  Waste of $$$ in
my
humble opinion !!!!!

Cheers,

Frank  Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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