Hi, I know this has all been covered in the forum before, but when reading the threads the technical jargon tends to make my eyes glaze over and the need to make a cuppa becomes all encompassing. So please can anyone help spell it out for me in a way I can understand.
My domestic batteries are no longer taking a full charge/ are dying way too fast. The alternator is working as they still take some charge, but I don't want to replace the bank of batteries if there is something simple wrong that can be fixed. In view of this I have a few questions.
- Is there some way I can check to see that my batteries are still functioning?
- Can batteries be mended?
- If they are dead, how complicated a process is it to replace them myself (considering my total lack of electrical knowledge/ willingness to try)?
- What type of batteries are best to replace them with?
Sorry for sounding stupid, but I guess I need to start somewhere.