Two 6 volt batteries or two 12 volt batteries ??
Two 6 volt bats in series (12v) or two 12 volt batteries in parallel. Generally, which is a better way to go.amp hrs ??? Comments and experiences appreciated.
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For Westcoasting, I'd say the 2 6V batteries are best. He is not using an inverter to power a TV or what not.
For the same reason, I'm getting a pair of 6V GC batteries. I want to run the water pump when necessary, run the furnace when necessary, run the lights when necessary, and run my CPAP machine when necessary. When necessary means when I do not have my generator(s) deployed. That 220 AH should tie me over for the night.
I have no intention of every adding an inverter.
For the same reason, I'm getting a pair of 6V GC batteries. I want to run the water pump when necessary, run the furnace when necessary, run the lights when necessary, and run my CPAP machine when necessary. When necessary means when I do not have my generator(s) deployed. That 220 AH should tie me over for the night.
I have no intention of every adding an inverter.
SoundGuy wrote:Boon Docker wrote:
^ Two GC-2 (6v) batterys connected in series. Best bet for boon docking (dry camping).
The "best" batteries for camping without shore power are those capable of providing sufficient reserve for your intended draw down, those which are suitable for mounting in the space you have available, those which you can properly recharge, those which you can afford, and as discussed in this thread - for those who ever expect to use an inverter to power significant loads, batteries which can sustain that load without excessive voltage drop. ;) This is a far cry from simply saying GC-2s. :R
