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AGM is best, but not the best value.
In Response To: Batteries: AGM vs regular ()

The best value is conventional flooded cell conventional. Gel is a good choice for a starter battery, especially if it is hard to access. Flooded cell batteries tolerate the most abuse and the difference in performance isn't enough to warrant the cost of AGM, IMHO. Been there done that -- switched to AGM and came back to flooded cell after the AGM set gave out after only 4 years (never abused).

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