Additional leisure battery Forums

NissanNed

Before the 'big trip' (http//web.mac.com/adventuresoftl) I'm going to get another leisure battery fitted to the 'van. I remember hearing (??I think) that I need to get one that is the same, and yes there is plenty of space to put it. I don't know how 'identical' the extra battery would need to be. The make I have in already is a German 'Bayern Batterie' 12 volt 100Ah. What do people recommend? Thanks in advance for your advice.

Alemo

There has been a lot about this on the forum already, but the basics are:
The batteries should be the same age, don't fit a new battery alongside an old one.
They should be the same output, 2 x 100ah is fine provided that your charging system can handle it.
They must be connected in parallel, + to +, - to -.
The supply to the vehicle should be from + on one battery and - on the other.
I hope this helps.

Alec

Mashy

Ensure that they are also the same type ie Lead Acid or Gel and as already stated make sure your charger is up to the job