Battery

[Dan Gurney]

After the events of last weekend, and having to throw myself on the mercy of Chris Ty Calch again, I need to replace the battery in me RIB.

What do I need? Running a Yam 85 2 smoke, a VHF and a smaller plotter/sounder. I know I could look at the spec of the one that's in there and get a new one of those, but it's a Vauxhall branded battery so I suspect it may just have been what was lying around last time it needed changing.

So basic recommendations/what other people use?

[mick]

http://www.advancedbatterysupplies.c...ryvartablacke9
That's what I have x 2
Black top should do the job mine are 4 smoke though

[jambo]

yep you need two with regulator, i would say 80's would be fine.

[Dan Gurney]

Originally Posted by jambo

yep you need two with regulator, i would say 80's would be fine.

Only got one at the mo and haven't really got any space in the console for another.

[jambo]

Originally Posted by Clamchowder

Only got one at the mo and haven't really got any space in the console for another.

Well ive got two and still carry a battery pack from halfords as back up

[boristhebold]

Two batteries, switches and voltage regulator is defo the way to go, will save you from issues in the long run. When I bought my cobra second hand, before I picked it up I had a second battery fitted which I was very glad for after two weeks when I went out the original battery failed on me as I was going across the chain ferry crossing point at the exit to poole harbour, effected my engine badly, everything started dying very quickly so simply switched to the other battery and all was well. I have now have both batteries connected one being the start battery and one the house battery and ability to switch to parralel if needed in an emergency. Plus with the voltage regulator device both get charged when needed from the engine independantly.

[Oscarguitar]

If you can fit a second battery connect them up with one of these.

716-V-140A-DVSR - Single Engine, Two Battery Banks

They cost a bit but look on it as insurance. The VSR part won't let your "engine start" battery be drained by other services (eg sticking bilge pump) and will charge the primary battery first when the engine is charging. You can link the batteries if you need to.

They are easy to fit (well I managed it!).

[Jizm]

How much are those?

[nugent]

Originally Posted by Oscarguitar

If you can fit a second battery connect them up with one of these.

716-V-140A-DVSR - Single Engine, Two Battery Banks

They cost a bit but look on it as insurance. The VSR part won't let your "engine start" battery be drained by other services (eg sticking bilge pump) and will charge the primary battery first when the engine is charging. You can link the batteries if you need to.

They are easy to fit (well I managed it!).

Likey the looks of them

[stul]

Leisure
Car
deep-cycle" battery
( how many amp Hour)


I have used a leisure and car battery over the last 6 years (if I remember correctly about 85amp) Changing after 2 years
I run chart plotter,garmin 550 plus several instrument gauges also have VHF Radio wired in
One battery (prob only room for one)
always take one those car starter kits
Car Battery Booster Jump
Not had any reel problems am I pushing it
like to keep it to one battery
Going to buy new which one
Stuart

[stul]

will have sort soon but i think this is the one i have got on now for last 3 years (75hp 2 stroke engine)

eBay item number:271414476334
thinking of buying again

ps posted this on another discussion sorry

[Oscarguitar]

Originally Posted by Jizm

How much are those?

About £160. Try Merlin Power Store.

[Hightower]

I've harked on about this before, but you don't need a split dual charging relay or anything other than a 1-2-Both-Off isolator switch and a good Volt meter for twin battery setups. This keeps your cost lower and improves reliability of your electrical system.

Clamchowder would be better sticking to a single battery setup if he hasn't the room for a twin. Fit at least a sealed for life 100 amp combined leisure/start battery and if possible always go for the biggest capacity battery you can fit aboard. Also look at the cranking amps and go for the highest you can get.

If you want some double redundancy buy a second battery and good quality jump leads or be prepared to swap out the battery at Sea.

Hope this helps you.

[ribber]

I have had this battery on the boat for 8 years no problems with it at all.
100 4 stroke yam, radio and vhf only.

Will definitely get another one if and when this one packs up.


LFD75 - Varta Professional Deep Cycle Leisure Battery: Amazon.co.uk: Car & Motorbike

[Hightower]

I've bought from these people. Always a fast service and if you keep Chickens you never have to worry about having enough egg cartons after.

Numax batteries seem to do a fair range and are at a very good price point: Numax Marine Batteries - Marine/Boat Batteries

[Jizm]

Originally Posted by Oscarguitar

About £160. Try Merlin Power Store.

Thanks. Will do.

[Jizm]

Originally Posted by Hightower

I've harked on about this before, but you don't need a split dual charging relay or anything other than a 1-2-Both-Off isolator switch and a good Volt meter for twin battery setups.

Unless you have a Verado.......

[Festinghouse]

im short of space so only one battery, had car batteries in the past but had problems with partially discharging over time, one i have now is a numax leisure battery which has always held charge - even over winter, and never failed to spin the engine over and start it. personally thats what im happy to stick with, though i do know that there are good and bad batteries, but for a small open rib with limited electronics then i dont see a need to spend a fortune. also at the very first sign of any weakness i will buy new and put the old one on the caravan, rather than waiting for it to die.

[stul]

Sounds like good simple advice at a good price given on the last few posts
I think i will stick with the E bay item number:271414476334 Battery at £54
Dimensions
12v 88Ah 570CCA
Length (mm) - 257
Width (mm) - 172
Total Height (mm) - 220
Weight (Kg) - 18.7
Terminal Type - Dual Terminal (Standard Post & Threaded Stud)
Terminal Layout - LH+
Suitable for
Caravans, Boats, RV, Leisure use and more.
This is a Heavy Duty Domestic battery and it's purpose is to run applications with it's deep cycling capabilities
Warranty
4 YEARS
Description
This range of Leisure / Marine batteries are of a lead calcium construction which means the plates have been hardened, therefore giving the battery a longer life and better starting capabilities than your conventional leisure batteries. These batteries come with a 4 Year Warranty and are perfect for domestic use.

This battery comes fully charged and ready for use

It is a DEEP CYCLE battery, which means unlike a car battery, they can handle being discharged to a higher capacity and recharged again without affecting the future performance of the battery. Another thing to note about these batteries which is vital is that when charging and discharging they have 250 life cycles.

Features
Excellent design handle - Easy battery replacement
Integrated computer designed and reinforced container - Protection from vibrations and impact
Special sealed covers - Prevents acid leaks and minimizes gassing
Totally sealed and spill proof
Maintenance Free - no topping up required
Dual terminal options
Glass fibre separators
Safety venting system
Sealed water recombination system
Charge level indicator
Tough polypropylene case design.

[Hightower]

Originally Posted by Jizm

Unless you have a Verado.......

Why's that then Ben? Something to do with Guarantee or more technical?