[C320-list] 4D Batteries

[John Beck]

Are we allow to use the L word for lithium? John Beck SailOn #518


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On Sun, Apr 14, 2024 at 1:24 PM Chris Burti via C320-list <
c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:

> When I did my research Exide 4-D Comm (lead acid commercial truck battery)
> had the closest specifications to the OEM marine deep cycle battery that
> came from the factory. A lot cheaper than AGM. I got 10 years of service
> out of them.
>
> I planned on going to four Trojan 6v and even fabricated a pair of
> stainless trays to accommodate their slightly longer length. We sold her
> and they are now collecting dust in my shop lol
>
> Best Regards,
> Chris Burti
> Former C-320#867
>
> > On Apr 14, 2024, at 11:04 AM, Jeffrey Brown via C320-list <
> c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> >
> > Can someone recommend the best brand and option for new 4D batteries.
> Trying to find something that can allow us to use the refrigerator for more
> than a day or two, or is that never going to be possible no matter the
> brand. Don’t want to install solar, not worth it for us we only do long
> trips maybe once a year. We have hull 74 1994 and still has original
> charger/inverter, does that have something to do with it? Anyway, anxious
> to hear some feedback.
> >
> >
> > Jeff Brown
> > 949-350-5123
>