Quality Deep Cycle Battery for mpg

[rle9599]

First off - Merry Christmas everyone!

I'm still working on my "new" 3 year old mpg 185. Mom has the original "Interstate" SRM-24 sitting on charge in the garage - never been used/cycled - I'm not going to mess with a 3+ year old battery. I have never owned a "deep cycle" battery. What brand battery is everyone using? I can't imagine it will make a huge difference because I plan on RVing at AC/Water facilities, so a battery will be used for backup in case of power failure.

 

[priorguy]

Optima blue top is supposed to be really good. Otherwise Trojan 6V is the wAy many go, but mostly for boondocking.


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[Ray LeTourneau]

If you don't plan on any extended boondocking or walmart parking lot stays, you should be fine with a standard RV Battery. I've had good luck with Interstates. I had a 24 series when the rig was new and at 5 years moved up a bit to a 27 series. The main thing is to keep an eye on the water levels. A cut off switch is a good idea during storage periods to prevent parasitic drain.

 

[wdk450]

With all other factors being equal for you, a main concern might be where you can get a warranty replacement most easily. even if you are away from home. With that in mind, WalMart or Sears might be your choices.

 

[whp4262]

I used the Maxx deep cycle batteries from Walmart in my class A (it took 4 of them). They would last about 3 years, probably not the best but ok and easy to get.


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[Westwind]

I've had good luck with our first RV and it's Interstate Battery, our FW had an Exide and I'm not that happy with it, I would definitely recommend a Interstate, it will be my next Battery. Everyone has their personal preference as you will find out by these postings.