How bad are converters on batteries?
I'm finishing up my first trip out and about to put the trailer into storage for the next 4-5 months. I have indoor climate controlled storage with power available. My question is how bad will a moder...
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afidel wrote:
I have indoor climate controlled storage with power available. My question is how bad will a modern 3 stage converter really be to a marine battery over that period of time. Do I really need to go out and buy a charger that costs half as much as a new battery ...
Lucky you with indoor heated storage with power! :B If I had that luxury I'd just make sure the battery was properly watered and plug the trailer into power so the converter can maintain battery charge. If that doesn't suit you remove the battery, take it home, and invest in a good stand alone charger ... so what if it costs "half as much as a new battery"? ... it's cost amortized over the many years you'll use it will amount to pennies a day.
