Selling your home-on-wheels? Before you sell, make sure you share sufficient information about your RV’s battery box with your prospective customers. RV batteries are one of the most important components of a rig because without them there won’t be any power. A battery box is indispensable to protect them from external elements. Here are some of the important details that you must share about a battery box with an RV buyer before selling your vehicle:

What Is an RV Battery Box?

It is a lightweight box that has a case to shield the batteries from gasoline, water, or any other fluid that may seep into the vehicle’s engine compartment and damage the cells. These boxes are lightweight but durable as they are manufactured from strong polypropylene to keep hazardous liquids out.

Types of Batteries

Normally, most RVs use two types of batteries. One is used to start the rig’s engine and the other for running deep cycle applications such as water and lights when the motor home is turned off. Batteries for starting the engine are 12 volts. You should not use these for deep cycle applications. The deep cycle batteries are also known as ‘coach batteries.’ They are six volts, and can sustain energy for a longer time.

Battery Box Features

The evident feature of any battery box is its capacity to accommodate different RV batteries. Most of the batteries have their own box while the rest are designed to fit into the boxes. If a customer wants to use dual-purpose cells, he must look for a dual battery box.

Quality and patented boxes have locking tabs that protect the entire box from outside elements. They also come with holes to let the cables in. They should be resistant to oil, acid, extreme weather conditions, and ultra-violet exposure. Battery boxes are also smartly designed to allow for sufficient ventilation. They are temperature-resistant and can withstand extreme temperatures of 120 degrees or negative 20 degrees Fahrenheit. There are some varieties that can even sustain temperatures as low as negative 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Share this useful information about the battery box with a customer before selling off your rig. Your prospective buyer will appreciate the effort. If you need further assistance to sell your RV fast and at a good price, contact us right away.