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Old 01-23-2013, 01:47 PM   #1
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We just purchased a new too us 91 Newell with two house batteries, have a couple of questions. The previous owner replaced one of the house batteries, I was under the impression that you were not supposed to mix new and old. Do I need to replace both now, or should I test them and see how close they are? How difficult is it to add additional battery capacity on a Newell, I'd like to have at least 4 batteries.
My preference is too switch to AGM's, has anyone used the AGM's from Interstate? I have a friend that works as a salesman for them, and I can get the batteries for a greatly reduced price, but I am concerned about the quality, will the savings be eaten up by having to replace them sooner?
Any info would be appreciated.
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Old 01-23-2013, 02:10 PM   #2
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John, this is a somewhat lengthy read but very informative. The RV Battery Charging Puzzle « HandyBob's Blog

Keep in mind that this is one man's opinion, but he has been successfully living off the grid for a number of years now.
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Old 01-23-2013, 02:33 PM   #3
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Interstate batteries are manufactured by Johnson Controls, which is probably the largest private label supplier in the country.

Johnson Controls also manufactures Costco's Kirkland batteries, Autozone's Duralast, Sears Diehard & Wal-Mart. Johnson Controls also have their own brands too. Optima, Varta, Heliar, list goes on.

http://www.themanufacturer.com/us/pr...hnson_Controls


Sams Club AGM's are now manufactured by exide Deka (east penn) Company
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You said you had a friend who is in sales for the AGM's so you should be fine but - http://www.luxurycoachlifestyle.com/...batteries.html
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If you can get a deal from a buddy go for it, savings is a good thing in my book. There is nothing wrong with AGMs.
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There is a lot of one group who likes this brand over here and the other half like such and such brand over there. It's really whatever you prefer, if your preference is too switch to AGM's go for it.
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