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Post by pullinout on Nov 27, 2023 20:52:05 GMT -5
I’m getting ready to purchase batteries for my 36 volt minn kota. My installer is recommending relion lithium batteries. Their replacement warranty isn’t very strong, imo, free replacement for 3 years, 20% discount in year 4-7 and 10% discount years 8-10.
Anyone here have any experience with Relion? Or have a good report from another brand? TIA
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Post by kayakpete on Nov 29, 2023 16:01:55 GMT -5
I have had VERY good experience with a Dakota lithium 12V for my kayak. 11 yr warranty. I've had it over a year with zero problems. I'm astonished at the light weight and the infrequency of recharging. The price is coming down, but a year ago I paid almost 5x what I paid for my previous battery. And it was worth it. Great product !
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Post by pullinout on Nov 30, 2023 21:37:50 GMT -5
Hey kayakpete, thanks for your feedback. I have seen the Dakota brand and saw they had the 11 yr warranty. The weight difference is really something. The 36v lithium is the weight of a single lead acid battery, that’s great. But yeah, they are pricey. Could buy 3 lead acid for the price of one lithium. I’m still mulling it over but I appreciate you sharing your experience!
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Post by richm on Dec 1, 2023 9:17:47 GMT -5
Seems like the main advantage is weight...
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Post by kayakpete on Jan 15, 2024 16:30:15 GMT -5
Not only that, but 10aH as opposed to the 2-5 hrs I was getting on my old batteries.
I've run this one for 3 hrs and still pulling 13.3-13.4 V.
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Post by james14 on Jan 20, 2024 21:58:33 GMT -5
Relion made (or at least used to) the Tracker Lithiums for BassPro. I bought them 3 years ago and have had no issues at all. They actually also sold a starting battery that I think they discontinued, and it's been great as well. Took nearly 200lbs out of my boat.
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Post by JTR on Feb 22, 2024 9:24:46 GMT -5
A little late to the party but, I used a Lithium Pro, 36 volt for my Rhodan. Zero issues for the three years I had it.
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Post by richm on Mar 17, 2024 16:21:15 GMT -5
I just ordered a Li Time based on a good review and price.
How to protect if from summer sun heat?
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Post by kayakpete on Mar 19, 2024 21:47:20 GMT -5
Not only that, but 10aH as opposed to the 2-5 hrs I was getting on my old batteries. I've run this one for 3 hrs and still pulling 13.3-13.4 V. I guess I'm still selling the Dakota, maybe they'll give me a referral fee. I just used mine 6x for a total of about 15 hrs in the Keys. I took a charger with me, but never used it. 13.3v at the end. |
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