does anyone have any thoughts on the newest Jayco journey caravan? I am particularly interested in whether the placement of the battery inside the cabin is OK. my research suggests it is never a good idea to have batteries inside as they sometimes fail with dire consequences. any info from knowledgeable caravaners would be greatly appreciated.
apologies to the folk who see this post in the for sale posts. shane
Dougwe said
06:44 PM May 4, 2019
How, Shane. I like many others I know have two batteries under the seat at the table, middle of aluminium teepee. After 4.5 years no trouble at all.
Cupie said
07:53 PM May 4, 2019
Nor have I had issues with my solo battery under the lounge seat in the long suffering Jayco ... for around 20 years.
-- Edited by Cupie on Saturday 4th of May 2019 07:54:13 PM
Hetho said
08:10 PM May 4, 2019
Hello Shane.
I have had 2 x batteries under a cupboard for 4 years now with no problems.
Regards.
Hetho
Tony Bev said
08:17 PM May 4, 2019
I think that it may depend on the type of battery
If it is a deep cycle non spill battery such as AGM, or GEL then it will be safe having it inside the caravan
They are usually under a bed, or seat, in the Jayco Motorhomes (I have seen)
If they are a flooded cell battery, (one you can top up with distilled water), then I would not have it inside
jade46 said
03:45 PM May 5, 2019
Three in most motorhomes. 2 in the house and starter battery under cab floor which is in the motorhome. Never any problems or smells
-- Edited by jade46 on Sunday 5th of May 2019 03:46:03 PM
Pariss said
11:16 PM May 6, 2019
No worries at all with having AGM deep cycle batteries inside, they are designed for that exact purpose. Ours is under our bed. We have a 2017 Starcraft Outback TL 18.6ft and just love it !. For the price, you really can't go past a Jayco Outback model. They are really well made these days, and have all the exact same stoves, fridges, hatches, Windows, and many other name brand components of caravans $90K or more. Their J-Tech independent suspension (Pedders) and the chassis is super strong, rock solid and they tow beautifully.
-- Edited by Pariss on Monday 6th of May 2019 11:17:14 PM
does anyone have any thoughts on the newest Jayco journey caravan? I am particularly interested in whether the placement of the battery inside the cabin is OK. my research suggests it is never a good idea to have batteries inside as they sometimes fail with dire consequences. any info from knowledgeable caravaners would be greatly appreciated.
apologies to the folk who see this post in the for sale posts. shane
Nor have I had issues with my solo battery under the lounge seat in the long suffering Jayco ... for around 20 years.
-- Edited by Cupie on Saturday 4th of May 2019 07:54:13 PM
Hello Shane.
I have had 2 x batteries under a cupboard for 4 years now with no problems.
Regards.
Hetho
If it is a deep cycle non spill battery such as AGM, or GEL then it will be safe having it inside the caravan
They are usually under a bed, or seat, in the Jayco Motorhomes (I have seen)
If they are a flooded cell battery, (one you can top up with distilled water), then I would not have it inside
Three in most motorhomes. 2 in the house and starter battery under cab floor which is in the motorhome. Never any problems or smells
-- Edited by jade46 on Sunday 5th of May 2019 03:46:03 PM
No worries at all with having AGM deep cycle batteries inside, they are designed for that exact purpose. Ours is under our bed. We have a 2017 Starcraft Outback TL 18.6ft and just love it !. For the price, you really can't go past a Jayco Outback model. They are really well made these days, and have all the exact same stoves, fridges, hatches, Windows, and many other name brand components of caravans $90K or more. Their J-Tech independent suspension (Pedders) and the chassis is super strong, rock solid and they tow beautifully.
-- Edited by Pariss on Monday 6th of May 2019 11:17:14 PM
thanks a ton for that info and encouraging feedback.
Shane