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| excossack Member Since: 22 Feb 2012 Location: North West Posts: 5843   
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Is that like a traction battery? 1999 Defender TD5 110
Regards John M0VAZ Econet Station 48 no clock |
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25th Apr 2017 2:07pm |
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| Rallymental Member Since: 17 Aug 2015 Location: The Garden of England Posts: 468 
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I guess it would be a battery for a trolling motor.
In which case it would be a deep cycle battery (leisure battery) capable of discharging small amounts over long periods of time and capable of being charged more frequently. A trolling motor is a small electric outboard motor usually used for fishing on lakes as they are quiet and can be used where petrol engines may not. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again but expecting different results. Solihull, 1948 - "If we paint the chassis, it will last for years" Solihull, 2015 - "If we paint the chassis............................. |
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25th Apr 2017 2:17pm |
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| Sulisuli Member Since: 30 Oct 2016 Location: South west Posts: 4795 
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When it comes to selecting trolling motor batteries, there are a few things you will want to consider: Battery type, battery amperage hour rating and budget.Battery TypeThere are two specific types of deep-cycle 12-volt batteries recommended for use with trolling motors: Lead Acid Wet-Cell & AGM Batteries. Deep-cycle batteries are designed for discharging smaller amounts of current over a longer period of time and for more frequent recharging.Lead Acid Wet-Cell – These batteries are very common, handle the frequent draining and re-charging associated with trolling motor use, and are the most affordable option. They will last between one and two and a half years. The downside to these batteries is that they can require occasional maintenance – topping off the water – and they are also prone to vibration and spillage.
The other option are AGM Batteries, which stands for Absorbed Glass Mat. AGM Batteries are completely sealed, generally last longer on a charge and have a longer life-span. While a traditional deep cycle battery might last approximately two years, an AGM deep cycle battery will usually last between three to four years. While more expensive, they are the best choice for longevity and performance out on the water. They also have the added benefit of being 100% maintenance free.Amperage Hour Rating You can think of a battery's amperage hour rating as being similar to the gas tank of a car. Everything else equal, a battery with a 115 amp hour rating will last longer than a 100 amp hour rated battery. In more technical terms, a 100 amp hour rated battery can deliver 100 amp hours of current to a trolling motor. So if a motor was running at low speed and pulling 4 amps, the battery should last around 25 hours. (100 amp hour rating / 4 amps = 25 hours). Similarly, if the motor was running at top speed and pulling 40 amps, the battery would last for 2.5 hours (100 amp hour rating / 40 amps = 2.5 hours) Battery Tips Never mix battery types, nor old batteries with new batteries. Charge batteries as soon as possible after each use – leaving batteries in a discharged state will decrease their longevity and performance.Periodically check wet-cell battery fluid levels and top-off as needed Check terminal connectors periodically for signs of corrosion – clean with a paste of baking soda and water. Store batteries in a cool, dry place in the off-season and maintain a trickle charge. 2015 HT XS 90 2008 SVX 90 2000 XS TD5 90 |
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25th Apr 2017 3:04pm |
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| stigomery Member Since: 10 May 2016 Location: Cambridge Posts: 277 
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Yep, what Rallymental said... we have one for our Canadian canoe.
110AH deep cycle leisure battery, will keep a 55lb trolling motor going for a few hours 
Doesn't mind being depleted and recharged many times Can't think of any other definition of a trolling battery.... |
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25th Apr 2017 3:05pm |
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| ibexman Member Since: 13 Dec 2008 Location: Essex Posts: 2945
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Cheers guys
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25th Apr 2017 3:22pm |
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| Sphere Member Since: 26 Apr 2013 Location: Midlands Posts: 725 
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Sorry to hijack the tread but currently googling battery's
Looking at installing a split charge system for camping (added a fridge at stone Leigh) to the lights phones etc I already run on trips but struggling to justify £300 plus for two new optimas or like. Any suggestions on a cheap second battery as would rather spend on the system and update the battery's later |
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25th Apr 2017 7:17pm |
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| zsd-puma Member Since: 09 Aug 2016 Location: Kent Posts: 2720 
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Just an ordinary leisure battery, you can just get what ever size fits in the location you want to fit it.
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25th Apr 2017 7:53pm |
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| excossack Member Since: 22 Feb 2012 Location: North West Posts: 5843
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I fitted a pair of these
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281925175897?ssP...1436.l2649 1999 Defender TD5 110 Regards John M0VAZ Econet Station 48 no clock |
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25th Apr 2017 9:22pm |
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| Sphere Member Since: 26 Apr 2013 Location: Midlands Posts: 725
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That is the ones I was looking at but the next size down as wasn't sure if these would fit. Was thinking of just adding one for the moment.
I am ideally trying to get 5 days run off the system (as we tend to do a week static with family once a year) without hookup but with so many variables its difficult to work out how best to do this. Current thoughts are split charge with C.100ah battery should give me 2-3 days with all lights fridge etc and then add a solar panel to add a bit longer (I have a massive basic panel off a solar farm just need to work out if I can, and how to mount and how to add the charger). Something in my mind does say get a battery box like the national luna as nice and flexible just takes up so much space. |
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26th Apr 2017 8:27am |
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