Deep Cycle Batteries

longcut13 · 09-29-2009, 09:22 PM

Is anyone using Deep Cycle batteries in their Powerstroke? Pro's & Con's?

Case 7230 · 09-30-2009, 01:24 PM

As I understand it deep cycle batteries are for marine applications and similar so not suitable for automotive use.

Crmzendrgone · 09-30-2009, 01:27 PM

I believe if you have a lot accessories you would want a deep cycle?

leolkfrm · 09-30-2009, 01:30 PM

if it has a camper pkg. or one is used for power to a towed unit it should be deep cycle, but not for a normal starting battery. although some people do do it!

BernieB · 09-30-2009, 01:52 PM

Yeah, the thing with deep cycle batteries is that they're great for long, steady loads that drain the battery, but not so good for short, heavy loads, like cranking. I've heard reports of bent plates in them from things like that.

longcut13 · 09-30-2009, 03:47 PM

I had a V-10 Dodge that had one in it for 3 years, it was in it when i bought the truck, thats why i asked. I traded it for this PowerStroke and Well I didnt have a choice on getting a battery today, I did have a choice on what kind of battery. (DC or Not) I bought a Dual Purpose Battery, It has 1000CA at 32DEG and 850CCA but is also a DC in a way. Thanks for the Replys!

gmctrucks · 09-30-2009, 11:36 PM

The next battery im getting is from Wal-Mart they sure have a great warranty.

Crmzendrgone · 10-01-2009, 12:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gmctrucks

The next battery im getting is from Wal-Mart they sure have a great warranty.

really? Aren't they Duracrud batteries?

bradrhale · 10-01-2009, 06:51 AM

i thought walmart sold nEverStart??
autozone sells duralast.

Crmzendrgone · 10-01-2009, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bradrhale

i thought walmart sold nEverStart??
autozone sells duralast.

True, true I get confused with the cheapies

Hey if it works when your wallet is in a pinch then I guess what gets you down the road a couple more feet then it is ok.

09-29-2009, 09:22 PM	#1
longcut13 Full Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hull Posts: 25	Deep Cycle Batteries Is anyone using Deep Cycle batteries in their Powerstroke? Pro's & Con's? __________________ '04' F-250, Ext-Cab Longbed, 6.0L Powerstroke, 4" Lift, 35" Pro-comp X-Terrain

09-30-2009, 01:27 PM	#3
Crmzendrgone Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,420	I believe if you have a lot accessories you would want a deep cycle? __________________ ENGINES PRODUCE POWER. MOTORS RECEIVE POWER. https://lastroundbestround.com/Home_Page.html

09-30-2009, 01:30 PM	#4
leolkfrm Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: N.Y. Posts: 4,300	if it has a camper pkg. or one is used for power to a towed unit it should be deep cycle, but not for a normal starting battery. although some people do do it! __________________ 4 wheels move the body 2 wheels move the soul B.W.A.I

09-30-2009, 01:52 PM	#5
BernieB Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 1,910	Yeah, the thing with deep cycle batteries is that they're great for long, steady loads that drain the battery, but not so good for short, heavy loads, like cranking. I've heard reports of bent plates in them from things like that. __________________ If the guys who design 'em had to take one home, use it every day for 2 years, and do all the maint and repairs themselves, cars would have a button on the dash to change the oil, filters & plugs.

09-30-2009, 03:47 PM	#6
longcut13 Full Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hull Posts: 25	I had a V-10 Dodge that had one in it for 3 years, it was in it when i bought the truck, thats why i asked. I traded it for this PowerStroke and Well I didnt have a choice on getting a battery today, I did have a choice on what kind of battery. (DC or Not) I bought a Dual Purpose Battery, It has 1000CA at 32DEG and 850CCA but is also a DC in a way. Thanks for the Replys! __________________ '04' F-250, Ext-Cab Longbed, 6.0L Powerstroke, 4" Lift, 35" Pro-comp X-Terrain

09-30-2009, 01:24 PM	#2
Case 7230 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 547	As I understand it deep cycle batteries are for marine applications and similar so not suitable for automotive use.

09-30-2009, 11:36 PM	#7
gmctrucks Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Houston,Texas Posts: 4,037	The next battery im getting is from Wal-Mart they sure have a great warranty.

10-01-2009, 06:51 AM	#9
bradrhale Senior Moderator Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 8,030	i thought walmart sold nEverStart?? autozone sells duralast.

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