Just curious if anyone has done this. We used a generator in the past, but our friend who supplied the generator moved to VA and won't be attending many games. We were looking for a quiet, less expensive alternative if possible, and using a marine battery was brought to my attention.

What voltage would I need to power a TV? That would be about the only thing we would need it for.

Not sure if this is the right board, but TIA.

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Posted by rustyjohnson

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Posted on 8/21/12 at 10:55 am to UpstateCock2007

You would need an inverter too, that's where the 12VDC is converted to 120VAC. You could spend a little more and get a Generac ix800 for $320.

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Posted by AlxTgr

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Posted on 8/21/12 at 10:59 am to UpstateCock2007

No idea on a marine battery, but when I power one from a truck, I have to start it fairly often to prevent dead battery.

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Posted by jordan21210

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Posted on 8/21/12 at 11:01 am to UpstateCock2007

I'd just buy a small generator. Will probably cost less and be less of a hassle in the long run.

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Posted by Boats n Hose

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Posted on 8/21/12 at 11:12 am to UpstateCock2007

You would need a lot of batteries IMO. Inverter will drain it quick

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Posted by Chad504boy

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Posted on 8/21/12 at 12:53 pm to UpstateCock2007

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Marine Battery to power a tailgate

that's pretty weak bro. I have an F250 and my tailgate is pretty easy to let down and lift up. It even has the extra weight of the handle bar and drop step too.

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Posted by meauxjeaux2