dual batteries

how is it a 20% difference in voltage two 12v batteries run parellel still are 12v i am missing the difference. still running the alternator but car isn't running long enough to charge battery by its self second battery is only for extra electrical accesories (fuel pump,water pump, pusher fan, fan inside car to keep me cool.)

What I meant was it sounded as if you were racing WITH NO alternator. This means that the ignition would be running off the lower battery voltage, not the higher 14V "running" voltage.

Since you are running an alternator, 't doesn't apply.