Hoppypoppy wrote:
I readily admit to an incredible ignorance regarding batteries. I was totally exposed here, and I thank you. I thought if a 6 volt batt was showing 6 volts, or better, all was good. And, anything under 6 meant it simply needed a boost back to 6. I guess the Good Lord was merciful to me since I have operated on that theory for years in other RV's and on my boats. Praise be to Him. Thanks again for the eye - opener.
You will get lots of commentary and opinions but until you answer ALL the questions posed by pianotuna, no one can answer your question.
Read this;
http://www.marxrv.com/12volt/12volt.htmthis;
http://www.batteryfaq.org/and this;
http://www.solar-electric.com/deep-cycle-battery-faq.html