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[FUNFER2]

I recall a thread here that these batteries were a big problem. Charging, not charging properly, have to have a special charger, etc...... Any personal credit to these and more issues ?

Other than various mounting options, what are the pro's & con's ?
There more expensive as well, compared to say, the Interstate which I've had for 9 years in my trunk, standing upright, and still going with no issues, so why pay more ?

[vettestr]

In the Pros/Cons of a gel cell from my experience anyway. The gel cells do seem to live longer where they get bounced around like 4 wheelers, track cars, drag cars and boats. They also seem to produce less corrosion from vapors and no acid to spill. They can be mounted in any position and never need water but no sealed battery needs water.

CONS - Price range is a little higher than some options. They do not like chargers with a high amp setting. Don't like being left discharged so they need a Battery Tender or a trickle charger. just my 2 cents

[Joey.S]

Originally Posted by FUNFER2

I recall a thread here that these batteries were a big problem. Charging, not charging properly, have to have a special charger, etc...... Any personal credit to these and more issues ?

Other than various mounting options, what are the pro's & con's ?
There more expensive as well, compared to say, the Interstate which I've had for 9 years in my trunk, standing upright, and still going with no issues, so why pay more ?

My red top lasted 2 1/2 years and I found it didn't hold the charge as long as my regular batteries, I just use regular batteries now.