oceanrider
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I have a lead on a "SOK 48V 100Ah PRO Server Rack Battery" via a Craigslist posting. I am being told it was purchased 5 months ago, but now not needed. I am being told that it was never used, but how am I to know that? I think he's had this battery listed for at least a few months as the posting has now expired, but I'm still in contact with the seller. He's been a little hard to respond to my questions as he says he goes back and forth between two states regularly, but I finally nailed him down to meeting next Saturday.
But I'm wondering what I should offer for this battery. His asking price is $1500 which really is nearly the new price. What would be an appropriate selling price for this battery that was previously purchased? I'm thinking that $1500, no way, I'd rather buy through a dealer. So, what should I offer him for the battery?
Also, do these batteries keep a log of history or usage? How would I test it?
EDIT: regarding this "federal tax credit" being mentioned in this thread. Battery is intended for a work van, not putting solar on a house, and not even putting solar on the van initially. Just want always available on demand battery powered over having to use one or two generators.
And batteries are intended for a MultiPlus II, and I was told here to use the 48v SOK Pro battery. Just FYI for those suggesting another battery.
But I'm wondering what I should offer for this battery. His asking price is $1500 which really is nearly the new price. What would be an appropriate selling price for this battery that was previously purchased? I'm thinking that $1500, no way, I'd rather buy through a dealer. So, what should I offer him for the battery?
Also, do these batteries keep a log of history or usage? How would I test it?
EDIT: regarding this "federal tax credit" being mentioned in this thread. Battery is intended for a work van, not putting solar on a house, and not even putting solar on the van initially. Just want always available on demand battery powered over having to use one or two generators.
And batteries are intended for a MultiPlus II, and I was told here to use the 48v SOK Pro battery. Just FYI for those suggesting another battery.
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