====== thoughts on used/abused batteries ======

[based on [[https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/g075hb/battery_desulfators/fna4obv/|this reddit post]]]


Sometimes we get batteries for free or cheap.  Sometimes we damage the batteries we already own.  While fresh and healthy batteries are best, they are relatively $$$.  Here are some thoughts on getting value out of compromised batteries:


  * raise the Vabs setpoint to the max allowed by the battery manufacturer
  * max the Absorption duration if possible, and
  * run the living snot out of them. Run them below 50% if needed. It's one of those "your girlfriend is already pregnant" scenarios. :-)