Bearsixty7
Veteran Member
Maybe but why would using battery tenders/minders help them last longer in this heat?I'm thinking your Texas heat must take a big toll. If I had a battery that lived less than 5 years I would be shocked. Most automotive or tractor size batteries last me 7-8 years. I've had even better life with motorcycle batteries, which matches your situation.
As for lifespan, Most automotive batteries around here have 12, 24 or 36 month warranties, why? because that's all the manufacturers' expects them to live.
Used to see 48 month but very rare down here the last few years.