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Old 11-27-2016, 10:33 PM   #61
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Here is the actual post I was referring to on the battery test:

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f449...es-133243.html

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Old 11-27-2016, 10:39 PM   #62
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Also, I just read this from the Trojan battery website, check out point 9 in link below, which I copy here:

"9. Can a flooded battery freeze?
The only way that a battery can freeze is if it is left in a state of partial or complete discharge. As the state of charge in a battery decreases, the electrolyte becomes more like water and the freezing temperature increases. The freezing temperature of the electrolyte in a fully charged battery is -92º F (-69º C). At a 40% state of charge, electrolyte will freeze if the temperature reaches approximately 16º F (-9º C)."

So, it looks like if the wet flooded cell battery stays above 50% charge, it will not freeze. If the battery is disconnected and has no phantom loads, if it is stored initially at full charge, in 3-4 months it should be fine as was mentioned in the post above.


http://www.trojanbattery.com/tech-support/faq/





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Old 11-27-2016, 11:13 PM   #63
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Thanks for the link to idroba's thread, which does support the point you made, but also has many specific qualifying conditions/caveats in his Post #1 about the previous use of, and current condition of, the stored batteries. I don't want to hijack Ron's thread into one about batteries, but anyone planning on following idroba's advice should follow his precise guidelines, and know the limitations of cold storage without charging. He was a master of detail, and very knowledgeable about AS use, so I defer to his advice.

His calm and clear demeanor are missed. Rest in Peace.

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f161...ba-150067.html

Thanks again, Rich, for providing the link.

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PS -- In particular, idroba pointed out that: "The original Interstate batteries had never been abused and the trailer was not a lot demonstrator, so the batteries were never subject to “lot rot". "

Most AS owners may not be in a position to know this about their batteries, so the 3-4 month storage without charging could become an expensive lesson is ascertaining the overall health of their batteries IMO. My take? Only perfect batteries should be subjected to the test. YMMV of course.


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Old 11-27-2016, 11:25 PM   #64
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Thx Peter, I agree, I'm new to AS, and don't want anyone to think I am recommending or an expert here. Just pointing out a few data points and info previously posted etc.

My AS hasn't even arrived yet (hopefully in two weeks). I have enjoyed these forums and learning, but I am a Noobie for sure.




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Those are some nice structures. I went with Steelmaster, my first experience putting together one of those.

Whatever you build, remember the Second Law of Sheds- as soon as you finish its full of stuff and too small.

The First Law of Sheds- remember the Second Law of Sheds before you begin.

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This weekends project: "spring cleaning" the yard around the new RV pole barn. Removed decades worth of stacked lumber, old wood poles, grass piles, and lots of miscellaneous debris and crapola. Begin to see how this space could be reclaimed and made useful (Airstream guest parking?) with a bit more work...

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