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On another note... Looks like I need to replace my trolling motor battery! I have a 16 ft., side console, aluminum boat with a 50 lb thrust Minn Kota.
I have read some decent stuff on the 29 series batteries from Walmart as a less expensive option... any suggestions out there?
Thanks,
Paul
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I have been using them for several years. Haven't had any issues with them. May not last as long as the gel type battery but for the money they're pretty good.
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I've had great luck with a deep cycle marine battery from autozone… 35 lb thrust. Bilge pump and fishfinder wired to it… I run a 2 amp trickle charge after every use and I understand that is key in prolonging the life…
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I've tried lots of different batteries. I just get the Everlast Maxx from Walmart and I make sure I charge them immediately after use.. overall with cost and durability, they have been a little less expensive and they last nearly as long as the more expensive batteries.
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I would say it depends on how much you use them and group size, I had 2 group 27 Les Schwab RV batts that lasted me for 7 years. I run a 24 volt Terrova and troll all day with it, I just replaced them with 2 Cabelas group 30 AGM all I can say is wow. Troll all day even in the wind and they still have 50% charge, My very first batts were group 24 and I could kill them in a few hours. Definitely charge as soon as you get home. The goal is to never let them completly discharge buy a batt big enough that you don't run it all the way down that will kill it fast.
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I've run the Everstart Maxx group 29's from Wal Mart for over 15 years, with both 12 and 24 volt minn kotas. I recharge them over 100 times a year, and they last me about two seasons (240 fishing days). Can't beat that for around $100. Casual or weekend use should extend that by more than double. They have a 24 month free replacement if they fail too.
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Group 31 if you can find them.
Use, charge, repeat.
Never let set discharged.
Maintain water level.
Buy from a dealer with easy to deal with warranty.
I hear Walmart has 2 year free replacement, no questions asked.
I've had some sterlings for 7 yrs now in my bass boat.
A good digital on board charger is just as important as the battery.
I'd use 6volt golf cart batteries if I had a bigger boat. Lol
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Thank you all for the information and feedback!
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