Battery Recommendations

[Madman]

So I’m almost ready to pull the trigger on a new ‘25 252SD. My current boat came with two group 24 starting batteries, which lasted 13 years and worked just fine for the way we used the boat. Because the new boat will have digital displays and more electronics, is there a need to upgrade to a larger battery and should I go with a deep cycle for the house? I’ll have to check with the dealer, but I’m assuming there’s enough room…

 

[Babin Farms]

I would go with whatever you had for a setup if it lasted 13 years!!!! in your last boat.

 

[Madman]

I would go with whatever you had for a setup if it lasted 13 years!!!! in your last boat.

Thanks for the feedback. I’m an old timer and just wasn’t sure if my old setup was adequate for newer boats. I’m also cheap and don’t want to buy another set of batteries in 10 years! . But then again, I should probably be happy if I’m around long enough to when I need new batteries!

 

[David Martin]

I get the reference....... I don't even buy green bananas anymore!!!! you never know! LOL.

 

[WiskyDan]

Before I replaced my old house battery with a Lithium at the start of the season I looked at Duracell AGM deep cycle batteries from the local brick and mortar Batteries Plus store. They are made by East Penn/Deka, are reasonable priced, and sorting out any warranty issues is easier when you have someplace physical to take it. Sam’s Club sells Duracell AGM deep cycle batteries as well (at an even better price from what I’ve heard) so if you have a membership there that could save you a few bucks.

I love my Lithium but they can get quite pricey so it all depends on what you want to spend.