Emmett

I have been starting my Z16 every few weeks,but it is becoming a pain.Should I disconnect the battery or use a mini charger.The car is in an unheated storage area.
Emmett

jerrymcb

You can not go wrong with a VDC electronics Battery Minder
or a Deltran Battery Tender plus. You can put either of these
on and forget about them with no fear of battery damage.

zeeman

I have the Battery Tender Plus on my Z16....Will not be starting it until sometime in March/April....Used the same Tender on my '02 MY Z06 the last couple years for the same duration with NO problems on starting in the Spring.....!! Just plug it in and walk away,,,,!!!!
Zeeman

xilr8n

Deltran Battery Tender plus here also.

Unhooking the battery would be cheaper but it will still discharge some.

TheDVS1

Deltran Battery Tender Plus. Got one on my Z, motorcycle and old Firebird. Flawless operation and zero problems.

LIGHTNING

Battery Tender Plus. Get the optional cigarette lighter plug adapter...no need to pop the hood or clamp to batt & ground!

champ53

I also use the BT Plus. Question, is anyone else using the lug-ended pigtail (shown in foreground) for a “permanent” connection instead of the clips?

B R

For $10(well + shipping, ok $15), you can get one of these. Perfect for keeping your battery topped up while not being driven
10 buck charger

RoHo

If you want a no hassle unit that really works and a company that stands behind thier product go with a Battery Tender plus.
I have one for my custom Chevy truck, my 50 Merc, my Hot Rod roadster and my Z06. This is the best unit on the market, my son went with one of the cheap units and it over charged and toasted his battery, needless to say he now has a Battery Tender.

Robert56@RNS

Batt tend Plus for Vette and Harley.

HEB

I've used one for five years no problems

bluestreak63

I've also been thinking about this unit and had a few questions..

1. Do you use the alligator clips or the pigtail?
2. Do you just leave the battery as is in the car?
3. Do you leave the hood up or connect it and leave the hood just opened enough before it latches closed?
4. Are the cords long enough so the unit can just sit on the floor near the tire?
5. This unit will charge the battery only when needed, correct?
6. Where can this unit be bought? Local auto parts store? Or online only?
7. Do I purchase the 12v or 6v Battery Tender Plus?

Thanks.

RoHo

I just clip the leads to the battery terminals
Unit just sits on the floor next to the car, plenty of cable
Battery stays in car, hood shut not latched, with the car cover on
Need 12 volt unit
Can be bought on line from many speed parts vendors, Sumitt, Jeg's etc. or Battery Tender. Most off road / motorcycle shops have them.
And it will charge the battery as needed, if fully charged it will go to sleep mode until needed and then reactivate again.

Roadfrog

I use one made by Harley Davidson....on my Harley. I just drive the ZO6. Don't forget....in the end, the one with the most toys, wins!

DA KAR

Great product,where can I get the cigarette lighter plug for the Battery Tender.

LIGHTNING

got mine from www.batterytender.com
But i just checked the site & don't see it listed anymore. Gve them a call & see what the deal is. I'm curious myself.