hanknjoycew Posted September 23, 2017 Report Share Posted September 23, 2017 It's that time again to replace the 4 6-volt batteries in my diesel pusher. The last replacement I bought Energizer EGC2's from Sam's Club in Cheyenne WY. They now tell me that battery is a Duracell. Since it has been 7 years since I last bought batteries (!!) just wondering if a simple replacement is our best choice. We rarely are off the grid/dry camping for more than a couple days and keep the MH plugged into shore power when home. Hank SKP 67414 2005 Mandalay DP 2012 Honda CRV Hank & Joyce 2019 Phoenix Cruiser 3100 2012 Honda CRV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted September 24, 2017 Report Share Posted September 24, 2017 Sam's batteries are supplied by one of the other battery manufacturers and I know that it used to be Interstate who made them. I have not looked at their batteries for some time, but it does appear on Sam's website that they now sell Duracell. I would still not hesitate to buy from them. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty77_7 Posted September 24, 2017 Report Share Posted September 24, 2017 For your stated usage, Costco or Sam's GC 6V's are an economical solution. If none are near you, you might also get good prices from a Golf Cart maintenance facility(?). If you have not found the watering of the batteries to be problem, great. In our previous Bounder, access to add water was a real PITA. So I did add the watering system caps, and would do a regular 'squeezing' of the turkey baster ball until resistance was met = water in battery topped off. (Usually less then 2 full squeezes fro the two batteries in that coach. Might be worth looking into for the qty of batteries your maintaining:)! Best of luck to you, Smitty Be safe, have fun, Smitty 04 CC Allure "RooII" - Our "E" ride for life! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjhunter01 Posted September 24, 2017 Report Share Posted September 24, 2017 If you don't use that much power off grid, how about a couple of marine 12v batteries? It might be a cheaper option for your low usage. You can always go back to the heavier 6v batteries if your power needs change. Also, a 12v battery may have other usages (car, tractor, boat) when the MH is parked for extended times. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou Schneider Posted September 25, 2017 Report Share Posted September 25, 2017 I'd downsize to two 6 volt batteries (instead of 4) before I'd consider a couple of marine 12 volt batteries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al F Posted September 25, 2017 Report Share Posted September 25, 2017 At about $80 each at Costco/Sam's Club I would not go with a Marine/so called Deep Cycle battery. As long as you don't have a residential fridge, a pair of 6V golf cart batteries would serve you well. Al & Sharon 2006 Winnebago Journey 36G 2020 Chevy Colorado Toad San Antonio, TX http://downtheroadaroundthebend.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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