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Explorer

Mar 08, 2017

Keeping Car Battery Charged?

This isn't towing related but I'm sure plenty of you have suggestions. Last week I purchased a 1985 Monte Carlo that appears to be in great condition. The car is stored in my garage and will only be a Sunday driver type of thing. Since I won't be driving it that often I'm looking for a way to keep the battery charged.

It's got a brand new battery and I'm looking for options. Thanks!

Tow Vehicles

13 Replies

kevden
Explorer
Mar 08, 2017
I maintain the battery on our tow vehicle with a Vector/black and decker 2/10/25 amp smart charger. I plug it in and leave it connected all winter. I also use it to recharge the camper batteries faster when dry camping (generator power). It has a desulphation mode that has helped the optima agm battery in our tow vehicle last over 10 years so far.
Because you drive the car often, a maintainer with a quick connect plug that you hide in the grill or behind the bumper would allow you to connect and disconnect the charger without opening the hood would be convenient.
K_Charles
Explorer
Mar 08, 2017
If the battery won't start the car after a week, something needs fixing.
The_real_wild1
Explorer
Mar 08, 2017
Get a better tender.