Interstate Batts & our RV

[Rgpracer]

I am going from one batt and installing a second one....that being said, the one battery I have now is a Duracell RV/Deep Cycle GP24.....first, I'm not sure how big a group i can go up to in my 230, whether or not a 27 or even a 31 but going to find that out.

I think I'm going with Interstate batteries and just buy two matching ones. I know nothing of Duracell RV battsm but do know of Interstates. Has anyone had good/bad experiences with the Interstate brand? I've read a lot of RV'ers do with a lot of brands that I'm not familiar with, so, for now, thought I'd stay with a more "name brand" to me anyway.

Thanks for your input.

[Jerryr]

Costco sells Interstate deep cycle RV/Marine batteries.
https://www.costco.com/interstate-27...100476408.html

Sams club sell Duracell. Both the 27 and 31
https://www.samsclub.com/p/duracell-...=plp_product_2
https://www.samsclub.com/p/duracell-...=plp_product_1

[Rgpracer]

Costco sells Interstate deep cycle RV/Marine batteries.
https://www.costco.com/interstate-27...100476408.html

Sams club sell Duracell. Both the 27 and 31
https://www.samsclub.com/p/duracell-...=plp_product_2
https://www.samsclub.com/p/duracell-...=plp_product_1

Are Interstates a good battery?

[Txfivver]

Are Interstates a good battery?

I've had good luck with my Interstate batteries in the 2 yrs I've had them. My trailer is plugged in to 50 amp service when stored so they are constantly taking whatever little charge they need from the converter. I've only had to add a little water to them once in 2 years, that's pretty nice. I know they're just considered a basic wet cell deep cycle battery but they've done well for me.

[orbiker]

I've had good luck with my Interstate batteries in the 2 yrs I've had them. My trailer is plugged in to 50 amp service when stored so they are constantly taking whatever little charge they need from the converter. I've only had to add a little water to them once in 2 years, that's pretty nice. I know they're just considered a basic wet cell deep cycle battery but they've done well for me.

That's amazing that you only had to add a little water in 2 years.

Most of the time the factory converter cooks the battery / batteries. I think that the converter should be replaced as soon as you buy you rv. Put in a quality 4 stage converter like a Progressive Dynamics. I have this one before I switched to lithium.

From their web site.
The built-in TCMS (Total Charge Management System) connector allows the RV manufacturer, dealer, or owner to easily add the Charge Wizard. The Charge Wizard is a microprocessor-controlled system that constantly monitors the battery voltage and use to ensure a rapid; yet, safe, recharge. The Charge Wizard can select one of three charging voltages and one of four operating modes depending on the condition and use of the battery.

KEN

[FT4NOW]

I think that the converter should be replaced as soon as you buy you rv.

Believe it or not, my 311 came with a Progressive Dynamics 9260. I was shocked to see that, especially since my 399 had a WFCO 55 Amp charger.

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[OurNewEra]

Are Interstates a good battery?

In Florida there was is no such thing as a good battery. The heat kills them all. At least in your TV.

[Txfivver]

Are Interstates a good battery?

Not sure why I got a double post here but erased it.

[jkwilson]

Neither Interstate or Duracell manufacture lead acid batteries. Interstate buys most of theirs from Clarios, which was formerly Johnson Controls. East Penn is the primary producer of Duracell branded lead-acid batteries.

You can get the same battery as the Interstate at Autozone as a Duralast for a decent savings.

[Jerryr]

Neither Interstate or Duracell manufacture lead acid batteries. Interstate buys most of theirs from Clarios, which was formerly Johnson Controls. East Penn is the primary producer of Duracell branded lead-acid batteries.

You can get the same battery as the Interstate at Autozone as a Duralast for a decent savings.

Autozone Group 27 Duralast is $99 l+$18 core deposit. Costco at $87 for an Interstate Brand seems like a better deal.

Regardless of what battery you use you should totally disconnect it when in storage when not plugged into shore power. The trailer battery shut off switch does not totally disconnect all current draws.

Most of us have installed a separate marine battery disconnect at the battery positive terminal.