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• Seems I have to buy a deep cycle battery every 2 to 3 years.
  • Sounds about like my experience.
    • The only thing I've noticed is, they're going up in price Al.
      • And one other thing. While it was fully charged, the electrolyte level was low,
      • The excuse I get for the price going up is the price of lead...
        • I think the lead cost is the issue
          • Then, we are getting screwed on the core charge?
            • Yes, but you get to feel good about being environmentally responsible.
              • Melt it down and make a keel?
                • An acid comment...ain't no acid in tire weight handling...just sayin'.
      • I carry Interstate at my Hardware store....
  • timely question tom...
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