For you smart Double E types

Discussion in '1947-1954' started by coilover, Dec 12, 2012.

  1. coilover

    coilover Member

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    I now have three 8v batteries, two from neighbors tractors, that need charging and the charger down the road at the truck repair shop is 24v. Any reason I shouldn't hook the three 8v in series and charge with a 24v charger? Thank you; Evan
     
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  2. Bill Hanlon

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    If all 3 batteries are rated the same (amp hours, etc.) there shouldn't be a problem.
     
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    There won't be a problem charging them in series...Big Tim :cool:
     
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  4. vwnate1

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    Series Charging

    I prefer to do paralell charging as one weak battery in a series circuit can cause you to have a really bad day :eek: .

    I work in shops so old , they have battery charging benches ~ these are cement steps leading no where with two old insulated pipes bolted to the wall above and lots of dangly wires , each one with a polarity marked clip , makes it super easy to charge batteries in parallel , faster on and off plus more accurate charging and testing .

    Go with whatever is familiar and safe to you Evan .
     
    vwnate1, Dec 14, 2012
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