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An insulated battery box does WONDERS in the winter too. Remember that lead-acid batteries have to keep a certain temp (around 70-80 I think) to stay "healthy". They do most of that on their own, almost like burning calories!
They'll use their own heat and energy to keep each other warm during...
Another thought on this was from my friend that is still Active Duty. He mentioned to check the electrolyte levels, check the alternator's field coil for constantly being powered (suggests a bad "ignition" switch), and if you have a non-sealed battery, look into the fill holes with a flashlight...
We had problems of batteries dying in the Marines. We found that using a small piece of rubber beneath the batteries, and using those cheap solar powered battery maintenance devices / chargers the problem went away.
I don't have the greatest confidence with the lead-acid interstate batteries...
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