[C320-list] Batteries

[Pat Ireland]

The only way you could replace the batteries separately would be to
change the wiring to allow only one battery to be connected at a time.

The prevailing wisdom is reflected in the prior comments - replace
both.    Pat, 801



On 9/24/12, upwego <upwego at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
> Always replace both batteries.  There is a difference between standard
> flooded wet cell batteries and non-servicing gel and AGM battery
> technologies.  The most common failure mode of batteries that require
> servicing is that they are not properly maintained with correct fluid level,
> subsequently shorting battery life.  AGM’s can be used in any orientation
> and can be recharged at a more rapid rate.  They are more expensive but will
> last much longer with routine use. AGM’s are safer as well.Jack
> #441
> From: "BAdams3491 at aol.com" <BAdams3491 at aol.com>
> To: C320-List at Catalina320.com
> Sent: Monday, September 24, 2012 4:06 PM
> Subject: Re: [C320-list] Batteries
>
> Normally it's best to replace batteries in pairs.  That way you will  not
> have an old battery paired with a new battery.  Here's a good link on
> batteries:
>
> _http://www.windsun.com/Batteries/Battery_FAQ.htm_
> (http://www.windsun.com/Batteries/Battery_FAQ.htm)
>
> Bert
> At Ease
> #442
>
>
> In a message dated 9/24/2012 1:28:53 P.M. Central Daylight Time,
> jsea at prodigy.net writes:
>
> I need  to replace one of my  4D batteries.  Does anyone know if it would
> create a problem, charger wise, having one flooded cell battery and the
> other  battery being a sealed "maintenance free" type of battery?  I plan
> on
> replacing the flooded cell with a sealed battery when it needs replacing
> later.
> Both batteries would have the same amount of power, so I don't think  it
> would be a problem.
> The charger is a Charles model 5000 if I remember  correctly.
>
> Thanks
>
> Jerry Clayton
> #988 (2004)
>