House battery replacement
 

Good day everyone... I hope everyone had a good week.

I'm having to replace the house battery and possibly my two starting batteries in my Z260 cruiser. I've had to replace my house battery several times now and since the original one it doesn't seem like I'm buying the right battery. I know I need a deep cycle battery that can withstand constant discharge/charging. I'm operating a fridge, electric head, small Mariah installed cabin fans and internal cabin lights usually every Saturday/Sunday for most of the day. I'm usually attached to shore power all week and several hours over the weekend.

I am the original owner and I recall not having as many issues during my early years of ownership. West Marine really isn't that big of a help because that's where I've purchase the last few batteries.

Any suggestions would be great and if I left anything out let me know and I'll clarify.

thanks,
Jeff

Re: House battery replacement
 

I have read quite a few times that people really like the Interstate group 27 batteries. I have one, although I think it's the group 24, for my house battery running the things you mentioned (minus the electric head that I wish I had) Friday-Sunday and have been happy with it.

Re: House battery replacement
 

I'm using an 8D for mine. There are many brands out there. I haven't had any issues with it, but I have only had it for about a year.

Re: House battery replacement
 

I use an Interstate 4D Flooded battery to run all the same equipment on my Z280. It is much more reasonably priced (~$160) vs. an AGM battery. You just need to check the water every month or so.