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As above really, we have just purchased a little  Swift Conqueror 640 Salon and wondered what battery would be best for it, mainly for when we cannot get EHU, i dont know whether different vans need different batteries (newb alert) and where the best or rather cheapest place is to get one, any help much appreciated,

Cliff

After my hassle of having to drag a 110 a/H dead battery, still in warranty, 300 miles back from cornwall, I might consider a battery from a national outlet such as Halfords next time I buy one.  Had I done so this time, I could have taken the battery about 7 miles to the local Halfords in Truro.

Having said that, I did find a website (Elecsol) that advertises leisure batteries that are sealed (no maintenance required) and have a 5-year warranty.  About £25 more expensive, but should be more reliable for a reasonable period, otherwise a warranty like that would cost them dear.

Bertie.

I would have a look at the sterling power website before splashing out on gel batteries.  Apparently they are good for jetskis etc. but their performance doesn't match lead acid.  You can get sealed maintenance-free lead acid batteries.

Brian

Quote: Originally posted by scottishflower2000 on 18/8/2009

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"Another newb alert" Any reason you can't use a normal car battery?

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Quote: Originally posted by robin52 on 18/8/2009

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I have an elecsol 110 sealed one. Had it a year so far and very pleased with it. No hassle. You really need a 110 ah if you have a motormover

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I have a 110AHr and 85AHr and there is no difference when using the mover.  Larger capacity (110AHr) batteries are probably a must if rallying or using cs/cl with no hook-up.

Brian