New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

[Randy828]

Hi I bought a Capri Bayliner which did not have a battery when I got it. Could someone tell me what size battery I need. It has a 85 hp Force motor on it. I am not to concerned on the price I just want something dependable.<br /><br />Thanks,Randy

 

[MrDumb]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

I would go to Wally World and there Marine Cranking Battery, that is what I am running in my boat.

 

[phatmanmike]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

do you plan on running one batt or two. do you have a radio that you want to run... need more info. but 2 batts is usally a safer bet, use one for starting and a deep cycle for running electronics

 

[Randy828]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Sorry I guess I should of been a bit more clear. Yes I am going to run two batteries, I have a small radio (no amps) and courtesy lights that I will be using at night.<br /><br />Do you have any recommendations for a onboard battery charger as well?

 

[Randy828]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

almost forgot....... For the starting battery do they go by cold cranking amps like on a car? If so how big of a battery do I need for a 85hp?

 

[crazy charlie]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Randy,550 mca is about all you need.I have had good luck with Nautilus which you can get at kmart and costco kirkland batteries were rated very well in consumers reports.Charlie

 

[Solittle]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Wal Mart has a no hastle warranty. Last one I bought can be exchanged at no charge if it goes within 18 months of purchase.

 

[bubbakat]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

That is what i bought solittle and you can't beat it.<br />Everstart maxx yellow case

 

[sloopy]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Were are you going to use this boat? If you are using it in a small inland lake, any car battery will work fine.

 

[Drowned Rat]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Come on Sloopy, you know better than that.

 

[ZmOz]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Yeah, I wouldn't waste my money on a marine battery if you are going to be on a lake or river. There's really no reason. My boat has had a car battery in it for the last 5 years or so, and I have no problem with it. I do, however, carry one of those portable jump start batteries with me. They're cheap and good to have in your car with you and then use it in your boat too...

 

[Randy828]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Thanks for all the help <br /><br />I guess I am off to Wally World to get a 550 MCA Everstart Max and I am planning on running two batteries because the family and I love to listen to music,so I suppose I will get a deep cell for the secondary.<br /><br />I am going to agree with you ZmOz with the portable jump start battery. They are handy to have around that is what I used to check to make sure all of my gauges and lighting was wired correctly.<br /><br />Thanks once more for all of your help,Randy

 

[MFG197]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Group 24 Marine deep/starting battery. Don't chintz and get a autmotive battery.

 

[ZmOz]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

Originally posted by WWYC na7:<br />Group 24 Marine deep/starting battery. Don't chintz and get a autmotive battery.

Do you have any good reason to prove your point?

 

[cobra 3.0]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

With the battery he recommends, I doubt very highly that you will need two batteries to run a radio and running lights. Buy the biggest hybrid battery you can install in the space you have. (Hybrid meaning marine starting/deep cycle). That's what I use and I never have any problems.<br /><br />...however, I have an inboard with a large alternator. I'm not sure how many amps your present motor's alternator puts out. Still, two batteries sounds like overkill for running a radio and running lights...unless you like to sit around for hours and hours listening to your 5000 watt sound system!

 

[65Fabuglass]

Re: New Boater,What size baterry do I need?

I run my fishfinder radio and lights off of a group 27 deep cycle and starting battery all night while drift fishing and never have any promblems.