Experience with Duracell AGM batteries

[Dave22q]

Best price for replacing my Deka AGM 8A31DT's is $35 higher than Sam's club Duracells. Is there really a quality justification?

[NewMoon]

AFIK, the Sam's Duracell AGM's are Deka. Check the model number on them - if it's 8A31DT (older model) or 8A31DTM, they're Deka's.

[Dave22q]

Great news. Sam's is certainly cheaper than a battery store. My sore wallet thanks you.

[WindLove]

Sam's is the way to go for AGM batteries.

[Maine Sail]

Originally Posted by Dave22q

Best price for replacing my Deka AGM 8A31DT's is $35 higher than Sam's club Duracells. Is there really a quality justification?

The Duracell's are the same exact battery as the Deka or the West Marine or a myriad of other vendors who slap a sticker on the 8A31DT..

I would suggest reading the following before spending money on those particular batteries for deep cycling use.

Fighting Sulfation in AGM Batteries May 2015

AGM Battery test Update August 2015



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