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Originally Posted by TRAVRSS
Any particular AGM batteries recommended. Looks like they aren't cheap... I paid $315 for both of those cheaper ones I currently have and they lasted 7 years. A quick look says the AGM type will last 10.
And am I looking for a 100Ah version?
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The ah battery available to you depends on the size you have room for and whether or not you want, or can only fit direct replacements. Many SMB's have group 31 batteries which are generally 100ah in that size.
I bet Boywonder can tell you since it sounds like he looked some stuff up on your batteries.
IMHO there are two things everyone should replace about every 5 years on any camper including these vans which are rarely driven daily. Tires and batteries. You can get a lot more years of premium batteries but if you don't make a hobby of keeping this stuff up religiously your road/camping trips will be a whole lot more predictable and pleasant knowing the age and condition of your tires and batteries.
I have had great luck this past year with O'reilley Auto Parts AGMs, made by East Penn/DEKA and a great bargain to boot. My work truck uses 4 and has heavy power demands. These have been much better in my application than the FLA's I replaced.
There are many threads here on batteries. Give them a read before you go throwing money at your van.