Thank you for the chart! It looks like if I estimate before actually measuring the 8 AWG would be sufficient for charging and 6 would be a good overkill insurance.
The True comes with wiring. The distances are short, so wire resistance and its resulting voltage drop isn't so much an issue with the short runs. Also, consider that lead acid batteries have relatively high internal resistance, more when they are discharged, less so when fully charged, but there's still a bit. This keeps the inter-battery charging current, when the engine is running or when charging from shore power, relatively low so long as the charging voltage is appropriate.
You can ground the second battery to the frame, so long as it's a good ground - using a star washer and silicone grease will insure a good ground and prevent oxidation (corrosion) that could otherwise cause problems later. The True will most often be grounded to a negative terminal of either battery - - but again, ground is common, so as long as the ground is and remains good, doesn't matter where it's attached.
Thank you for the response. I think my plan is slowly coming together!
Voltage is a measure of the pressure that allows electrons to flow, while amperage is a measure of the volume of electrons
Figuratively lol.
Just as it says.
Yes I saw the typo three times in a row that is why I questioned it.
If u seen the typo, then why didn't you just say
Oh corse you didnt hurt my feelings. See my avitar? Cant be hurt.
I put the biggest car sealed battery that would fit, 500+ cca Your choice starter or deep cycle, both will do the job. The deep cycle has thicker plates so will last longer in either case watch your volt meter try not to discharge the batter over 50% average for a long life 12.3-12.4v as an average. Average battery lifespan 4-5yrs.
