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Jan 22, 2018 | 03:59 PM

MyOwn69

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Battery charger

My friend has a C7 with the "plug-in" in the back of the car.
Who sells something that he could he get to keep it charged during the winter layover?

Jan 22, 2018 | 04:40 PM

rmorin1249

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Any battery maintainer . May need to buy an attachment to fit the outlet in the cargo area.

Jan 22, 2018 | 05:20 PM

BobFic

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best price found and purchased.
http://www.corvetteworldparts.com/corvette-garage/

Jan 22, 2018 | 05:31 PM

mschuyler

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Better price for a better maintainer:
https://smile.amazon.com/CTEK-56-864...&keywords=ctek

Jan 22, 2018 | 05:57 PM

JerryU

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mschuyler

Better price for a better maintainer:
https://smile.amazon.com/CTEK-56-864...&keywords=ctek

In 2013 I bought CTEK model 3300 for $50, which is the same one sold by the GM with Vette logo. See they are now $56 on Amazon.

Both need the accessory that is available for ~$10 that is the male plug to fit the rear Vette receptacle (or any cigarette lighter receptacle.) It connects to the plug from the charger.

Last edited by JerryU; Jan 22, 2018 at 06:02 PM.

Jan 22, 2018 | 09:39 PM

Wjereb

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My Ctek died after 2 ½ years so I now use a battery tender JR. Around $20 on Amazon.

Jan 23, 2018 | 09:00 AM

RonC7

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Black and Decker has a good maintainer for $20. It comes with alligator clips, lighter plug, and ring terminals. I've used one for several years, no problems.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/BLACK-DE...BM3B/202710992

Ron

Jan 23, 2018 | 09:30 AM

Leonrojo

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Jan 23, 2018 | 10:20 AM

The Kraken

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i have my Battery Tender connected under the hood. i dont use the CTEC that came with the car. i dont like my rear hatch open, i prefer my hood open. Been using this method for years. Just my personal preference.

Jan 23, 2018 | 10:23 AM

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joemessman

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Originally Posted by RonC7

That is the one I have and it does as good a job as any. One doesn't have to pay a lot for a maintainer. That is just my opinion. I have used mine on several cars for years now. I think I paid $25 for mine at the time at Walmart.