...plus I also have the 800 model!
Battery Tender
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From: Reading PA
Battery Tender
OK, I have finally come to the conclusion after reading all the input on the forum that living in the Northeast where good days to drive the Vette are sparse I must break down and use a battery tender (trickle charger) on my 2008. I know quite a few of you have experience with these and I would appreciate a recommendation as to how many amps a good battery tender should put out. Thanks to all for your help.
Racer
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From: Dallas Texas
FWIW, I purchased a Battery Minder. Cost is about $40 to $45. It will desulphate as well. Specs are: Input: 120 vac
Output: 12 volts @1.0 amps
Charge voltage: 14 Vdc
Float voltage: 13.4 Vdc
Desulphation pulse: 1.0A @ 3.26Mhz
Float current: 5mA-200mA
You can do a Google search to find the best deal. Hope this helps. I forgot to add model, number is 12117, for Battery Minder Plus.
Output: 12 volts @1.0 amps
Charge voltage: 14 Vdc
Float voltage: 13.4 Vdc
Desulphation pulse: 1.0A @ 3.26Mhz
Float current: 5mA-200mA
You can do a Google search to find the best deal. Hope this helps. I forgot to add model, number is 12117, for Battery Minder Plus.
Last edited by Larry R; Feb 19, 2008 at 10:14 AM. Reason: added info
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I'd agree with both of the above and also suggest your local auto parts store/chain where you can find a Schumacher battery tender at the $20-$25 level.
And note: it really isn't a trickle charger; it is a battery tender which is ostensibly different.
And note: it really isn't a trickle charger; it is a battery tender which is ostensibly different.
Racer
Joined: Dec 2007
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From: CB, OH
I have the CTEK 7000. Its a pulse charger and only sends a charge when the battery voltage falls below 12.9 volts. The charger measures the voltage every 10 minutes and does not send a charge to the battery unless it needs it.
CTEK 7000 Charger
Positive Terminal Connection
Negative (ground) Connection
Negative (ground) Close Up
CTEK 7000 Charger
Positive Terminal Connection
Negative (ground) Connection
Negative (ground) Close Up
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