Sealed Battery

"Doug Vetter" wrote in message
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On Mon, 03 Sep 2007 17:08:42 +0000, Doug Vetter wrote:
Many of the threads I read were several years old so I'd like to solicit
some current opinions on the use of sealed batteries before I write the
check. Opinions?

Figured I'd post a follow up. I had the battery installed, the 337 signed
off, and took the airplane for a flight with the new Concorde RG-25XC
battery today.

I recall someone saying that the RG-XC battery would turn the starter
faster but I dismissed that comment because I figured the owner was
comparing it to the old and tired battery. Imagine my surprise when I
turned the key and watched the blades go by faster than I'd seen in the 15
years we've owned this airplane. All I can say is that next time you're
due for a battery you owe it to yourself to try the Concorde RG-XC series.

Oh, and by the way, whether you go wet cell or RG, stay away from the
Gill units. My mechanic confirmed (without prompting) that something has
happened to the quality of Gill batteries in the last couple of years.
Different manufacturer? Processes? He doesn't know, but he
pointed out that reliability is definitely down, and he now recommends
Concorde for most applications.

Thanks again to all for the advice!

-Doug

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