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Old 11-15-2010, 08:34 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by MetroMPG View Post
Congrats on the purchase!

FYI, the most important instrument in the ForkenSwift is the LED battery gauge. Being able to monitor each battery at a glance in real time (under varying load conditions) is invaluable for protecting the weakest ones from damage by drawing the voltage too low under load.

... And for learning what kind of range they'll deliver (before voltage sags too much to continue "normal" use).

You could do the same thing with a bunch of multimeters.

Thanks I saw the meter your using and am thinking that would be a great way to go. I will order the parts this week some time. I know the 4 batteries in the back are new. interstate The ones up front are different and I don't see any lables on them. I will have to check them all out as I have not done that yet. I figured load test. I have a carbon pile tester and hydrometer. I will let you know the results.
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