Re: [DML] Deep Cycle

[Chris Almy <chris.almy@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Dustin,
Unless you plan on running the sound system for long periods of time with 
the engine off, then you don't want a deep cycle. Most people, including 
myself would recommend a red top Optima battery. It won't leak and ruin the 
carpet (as the PO of my D found out). Also it holds the charge really well, 
so for the winter you can simply disconnect it and it should be fine.

Now if you will be powering lots of equipment with the engine off, get a 
yellow top Optima. It's their deep cycle version of the red top. All the 
advantages of the red top, but will allow you to nearly completely 
discharge and recharge over and over again. It's more expensive and won't 
perform as well as the other, which is why it should only be used for this 
type of application.

Chris
4099


At 09:19 PM 7/16/2004 +0000, you wrote:
>Hi everyone. Sorry to bring this up again, but I need to know some things.
>Ok. I am going to be running a lot of lights and sound equipment in my D. I
>dont think a
>reg battery is a good idea. I would like to know if a deep cycle battery
>would work in my car,
>and if anyone has tried this before.
>I do know that the cold cranking amps arnt very high, but I dont need this
>because I dont
>drive the car in the winter. So what type of battery is going to be the best
>for my needs?
>Thank you!!!
>
>Dustin
>006746




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