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Re: batteries

Posted By: Al Gillen
Date: Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 5:02 p.m.

In Response To: Re: batteries (bruce)

Bruce, I have a couple questions for you, if you don't mind fielding them.

- From what I can see, it appears the PC 1700 is similar to a lead-acid 4D battery, at least as a starting battery. Cranking amp ratings are similar, especially at 32 degrees (I don't often start my motor at 0 degrees anyhow). Reserve capacity is only half that of a 4D lead acid, though. Is it reasonable to make that kind of a swap for starting a Cummins 6B?

- Are there modifications required for alternators to use these batteries? There appears to be a major concern to exposing the batteries to >=15 volts. How about the onboard battery charger - will I need to replace it (not sure of the brand, but is likely 15 years old)?

- Is it a bad idea to mix lead-acid batteries and Odyssey dry-cell batteries in the same bank for charging purposes (on an intermittent basis). So if I replace my starting battery, should I also replace my house bank?

Thanks in advance for your expertise on this topic!

ag

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John Davis -- Monday, 24 January 2005, at 9:48 a.m.

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andre fourrier-Louisiana -- Monday, 24 January 2005, at 5:34 p.m.

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bruce -- Monday, 24 January 2005, at 8:17 p.m.

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andre fourrier-Louisiana -- Monday, 24 January 2005, at 8:49 p.m.

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Vic Roy -- Monday, 24 January 2005, at 9:02 p.m.

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andre fourrier-Louisiana -- Monday, 24 January 2005, at 9:37 p.m.

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capy -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 12:04 p.m.

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Vic Roy -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 4:50 p.m.

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Vic Roy -- Monday, 24 January 2005, at 8:56 p.m.

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Bruce -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 8:17 a.m.

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andre fourrier-Louisiana -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 11:16 a.m.

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Chiles -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 5:04 p.m.

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Al Gillen -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 5:02 p.m.

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bruce -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 6:41 p.m.

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Al Gillen -- Tuesday, 25 January 2005, at 9:42 p.m.

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Capt. Dave Kosh -- Wednesday, 26 January 2005, at 9:48 a.m.