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Old 02-04-2013, 05:37 PM
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Anybody used battery tender or other trickle charge for car battery when the car is not driven in months?

Any recommendation on which one to get?

I am looking for one that will automatically stop charging when the battery is full without overcharger or battery exploding.
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I've used this one for the last 4 years on my S2000 without any issues.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ls_o00_s00_i00
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Been using battery tender plus ...for 3yrs now..cars start right up after 3-4 mos.. Of hibernation..
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Thanks guy, after some research, I think I am going to go with the CTEK 4.3

http://smartercharger.com/battery-chargers/#CTEK Multi US 4.3

Its a few more bucks more expensive than some, but seems like it has all the latest belt and whistle on it.
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I have tried several, but now have three Battery Tender Jr's (S2000 and both NSX's) and they are great;

http://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tender...tery+tender+jr

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That's what I have for the S. Have a different one for the bike - both work equally as well.
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