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Originally Posted by Chateau29Z
Whatever you do with the batteries DON'T WIRE THEM IN PARALLEL!!!!
Parallel wiring sets them up for a current loop which will allow the weakest cell to discharge the strong ones. Series wiring doesn't have this feature and while one cell may be weaker than others it can't be part of a current loop unless you are using the equipment in the RV. Then the equipment is part of the current loop.
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This is why, when you install batteries in parallel OR series, you always use brand new matched batteries - so all cells and all batteries are in the same condition.
BTW there is no "current loop". If you have a weaker battery it will be charged by the stronger battery until they are both at the same voltage.
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