AGM Group 30 batteries - Too heavy?

[96TL]

I was considering a pair of Cabelas AGM Group 30 batteries. They weigh in at 84 pounds each! My current Interstate Deep Cycles are 55 pounds. My batteries are on a platform inside the bilge. Has anyone put heavy batteries like these on that platform? Think it would cause any damage? Thanks!

 

[BradV]

should be fine i have 3 27 Group Batteries just more weight on the stern

 

[96TL]

should be fine i have 3 27 Group Batteries just more weight on the stern

You have 3 of them on that same platform?

 

[BradV]

yeah 3 different trays in the rear hatch.

 

[Megabyte]

Take a look at this battery FAQ. You might not require those group 30's after all.
http://www.windsun.com/Batteries/Battery_FAQ.htm

Use this calculator to see exactly what your power requirements are.
http://www.lifelinebatteries.com/marinesizing.php

My initial thought was to replace my Optima blue-tops with a set of Lifeline Group 31's. After using the calculator, I'm thinking that Group 27's should give me plenty of power.

Good stuff to know.

 

[Totally Hooked]

I have one 27 and one 31 but i just put 2 new 31 AGM's in Well just picked them up today they are a lil heavier but i uses a lot of power when the engine is off so its woth ther extra 50-60 lbs i think.