Auxiliary battery - Replace both at the same time?

Joss Apps · Jul 21, 2016

My 2008 Cali still has it's original Varta auxiliary batteries. I think they're due to be replaced.
Questions, where and how to test and best price for replacements? Cheers

WelshGas · Jul 21, 2016

Joss Apps said:
My 2008 Cali still has it's original Varta auxiliary batteries. I think they're due to be replaced.
Questions, where and how to test and best price for replacements? Cheers

Lots of info here.

https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/threads/leisure-battery-sizes-3-battery-system.14022/#post-147137

https://vwcaliforniaclub.com/threads/dead-leisure-batteries.11419/

Gavinskii · Jul 22, 2016

I ordered a pair from Alpha batteries on Wednesday + £169 delivered - arrived today, but not fitted them yet, but I intend to replace both when I get around to it (probably next week).

MattBW · Jul 28, 2016

I would recommend charging them both up manually (preferably with a smart charger) before installing them so when you install them they have the same voltage. This will ensure even efficient charging, use and prelong battery life.