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Old 10-10-2012, 08:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Golfingnut View Post
The rule of thumb is 8 - 6 volts is the best. More batteries means more stamina. Not sure why. I have 7 6 volt batteries for a total of 42 volts and they can last longer than my butt cheeks can last. I can go approx 50 miles on a charge before I get to the 80 % gone area. I have been told not to go below that 80% gone charge as it is hard on the batteries.
The more lead, the more capacity. 8 6v batteries weigh more than 6 8v batteries and more than 4 12v batteries