In theory connecting batteries as suggested should help. In practice I doubt it will make a huge difference as long as cables and connections are in good shape and sized properly for low voltage drop.
Personally, if it's easy to change cabling to ideal arrangement I'd do it. If it's a big job, I'd let it go and not sweat it. Eventually when batteries need replacement, I'd consider 2 X 6-Volt instead.
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