You have a "sulfated" battery- - - -one where the normal chemical process of charging and discharging has been interrupted by the formation of lead sulfate crystals that reduce the current capacity without affecting the open circuit voltage. Loaded voltage will drop dramatically. I taught battery theory and servicing for 30+ years. There's a way to break down sulfation, by completely discharging the battery and S L O W L Y recharging it repeatedly, (10 amps or less) but it takes weeks and numerous cycles to work. Very few people have the time or patience to do that.
Jerry


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