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DavidKlyne replied on 12/02/2023 13:02

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Posted on 12/02/2023 13:02

My Bailey motorhome was supplied with a Banner 85AH wet cell battery. I have found it far from maintenance free, or even low maintenance come to that, and would like to replace it with a larger capacity AGM battery. There is a CL nearby that we would like to use which does not have EHU so I would be more comfortable with a bit more power in reserve. As far as I can understand from the handbook an AGM battery should not be an issue as far as the main charger is concerned but it may be necessary to adjust the settings on the solar panel controller. Has anyone else changed battery type  and if so did you encounter any issues?

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peedee replied on 12/02/2023 13:43

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Posted on 12/02/2023 13:43

 I switched from a sealed lead acid to an AGM 2 to 3 years ago. I did alter the settings on the battery charger but couldn't on my solar charger. Given the solar charger won't charge at max for most of the time, I thought it worth ignoring. Likewise I have no means of setting the alternator output. So far I have not noticed any problems.

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cyberyacht replied on 13/02/2023 09:04

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Posted on 13/02/2023 09:04

I've got an 82AH Exide gel sitting in my garage having replaced it with lithiums. Gels can be run a bit lower than Lead Acids without durability issues. It still holds its charge well, so if you are interested drop me an Email - details in my profile.

Rocky 2 buckets replied on 13/02/2023 11:44

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Posted on 13/02/2023 11:44

LifePO4’s-best on the market right now. Others are coming to the market that will be better in time but right now they are the best👍🏻

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Posted on 13/02/2023 11:44 by Rocky 2 buckets

LifePO4’s-best on the market right now. Others are coming to the market that will be better in time but right now they are the best👍🏻

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QFour replied on 13/02/2023 13:51

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Posted on 13/02/2023 13:51

Just fit a lithium battery. Twice the amps available in the same sized box and less than half the weight and its a direct swap so no need to change anything or buy any extra kit. Website has loads of info. KS Energy

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Posted on 13/02/2023 13:51 by QFour

Just fit a lithium battery. Twice the amps available in the same sized box and less than half the weight and its a direct swap so no need to change anything or buy any extra kit. Website has loads of info. KS Energy

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peedee replied on 13/02/2023 15:51

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Posted on 13/02/2023 15:51

The only reason I did not go to Lithium when I changed to AGM was because too many things required changing to accommodate a Lithium battery, notably my 240v battery charger.

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Rocky 2 buckets replied on 13/02/2023 16:04

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Interesting.  What make, and can they be fitted without changing and or adjusting other parts of the MH systems and needing a B2B, etc, etc?

Posted on 13/02/2023 16:04

Look it up DD-a tablet will get you the info👍🏻. I’m not a battery techie I’m a consumer👍🏻. “Excuse me, what is the best leisure battery for this set up please”, “hello sir, this one will give you max hours with your set up & the life of a Lifepo4 battery just goes on”, “thanks when can you fit it?”. That is how I get kit🤷🏻‍♂️. 

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