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VA-Apraisr
Explorer II
Apr 08, 2016

Does my camper have factory battery charger?

2003 Fourwinds 5000 V10 and I use 2-optima yellow deep cycle batteries to run inverter and lights when dry camping. Just wondering does the factory install an automatic charger for these batteries? I've had this camper 12 years and just never really thought about this. Also, does plugging into house power while parked in driveway keep these batteries fully-charged? I'm sure they charge from the alternator while driving, but just aren't sure about the rest of the charging process. If I'm mis-informed, any suggestions for a battery charger system. Thanks!
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  • n7bsn's avatar
    n7bsn
    Explorer
    Apr 08, 2016
    FYI, when those batteries wear out, don't replace them with Optima.
    Optima are over-priced and under perform.

    AGM batteries (like Optima) are not a bad idea. The problem with Optima is their construction actually gives them less capacity then a conventional cell design.

    A conventional AGM Group-24 will have more capacity then the Optimas.
  • Sam_Spade's avatar
    Sam_Spade
    Explorer
    Apr 08, 2016
    Hemi RT wrote:
    Yes, they will charge when plugged into 110 volts.


    Or let's say they SHOULD if things are working right.

    A simple voltmeter test will tell for sure.

    And he probably would have problems with the batteries going dead if it didn't.

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