Zero Knievel Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 My existing 6V/12V trickle charger works fine...that I can tell, but I'm debating getting a newer one. After all, it is from WalMart and must be from around 2005-2006 when I got it. Then it cost around $35 (IIRC). Amazon has this one for just under $100. The main benefit over the lesser model that will work on the batteries I have is that there are a few more options on this one. Thoughts? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07W3QT226/?coliid=I2ID6J5UHC4MSU&colid=AWDUQRHHEGGR&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 From what I know, NOCO is good stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampNut Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 My main battery charger was purchased in the 80s and I've never thought it needed replacing. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 Because of Oscar - I have about 6 NOCO’s. Singles, duals, Marine…. They are super quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biometrix Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 I have a Harbor Freight trickle charger that I bought about 15 years ago for $9.95. I use it all winter to keep my lawn tractor battery charged. Used it on my motorcycles before that. I'm sure the one above for around $100 is worth it though. Mine only has one red LED which tells me if it's charging...or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 3 minutes ago, Biometrix said: I have a Harbor Freight trickle charger that I bought about 15 years ago for $9.95. I use it all winter to keep my lawn tractor battery charged. Used it on my motorcycles before that. I'm sure the one above for around $100 is worth it though. Mine only has one red LED which tells me if it's charging...or not. But the NOCO is black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampNut Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 LOL, so is the HF. I have two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOXXIC Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 I have about 10 of them, all different makes and models....from $9.95 to over a $135....I "think" the el cheapo one may have cooked my DRZ battery a few years ago as I don't think it knows how to "float". Your old one is probably just fine. This is my favorite model as shows voltage and percentage of charge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampNut Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 It's practically like new. The circular damage is from having it fall from the radiator shroud onto a pulley. The crack is from when it fell from the roof of a car. The fading is from leaving it out in the sun and rain for days. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted March 14 Share Posted March 14 I have four Battery Tenders ranging from over 30 years old to a year old that get used from Nov to April. Never had a problem with any of them. Zero, years ago I remember you saying that you didn't use them because you didn't like using "vampire" electronics or something like that. Have things changed? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted March 14 Author Share Posted March 14 3 hours ago, DaveK said: But the NOCO is black. So is your strap on. 33 minutes ago, blackhawkxx said: I have four Battery Tenders ranging from over 30 years old to a year old that get used from Nov to April. Never had a problem with any of them. Zero, years ago I remember you saying that you didn't use them because you didn't like using "vampire" electronics or something like that. Have things changed? Well, the BMW and lawn equipment that have batteries don't get enough use to keep the batteries peak. I used the zero-turn mower this week for the first time...I used the charger to ensure the battery was topped off after sitting for several months. The BMW will need to be topped off once a month (at least) if it sits because the computer does draw constantly scanning for the key fob. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XXBirdSlapper Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 I have several, around several houses. I've had several fail. Just like any other device. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XXitanium Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 How many batteries do you have go tits up? https://www.ebay.com/itm/276124905925 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 On 3/14/2024 at 8:28 AM, DaveK said: Because of Oscar - I have about 6 NOCO’s. And I don't own a single one 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 I have chargers/maintainers ranging from near 0 value to over $1k. I have two go-to chargers; a 1.5A restorer and a 6amp "smart" charger that's at least 10 years old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Knievel Posted March 16 Author Share Posted March 16 6 hours ago, XXitanium said: How many batteries do you have go tits up? So far, none from premature failure. My OEM BMW battery didn’t last long, but other owners complained that the supplied battery wasn’t that great. I still have it for bench top 12v projects. Mostly, a charger that covers all options is just a few bucks below one that does everything. My current charger was around $30 when I bought it. For that price, all I can find now is a one-trick pony 12v trickle charger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted March 17 Share Posted March 17 On 3/15/2024 at 7:23 PM, XXitanium said: How many batteries do you have go tits up? The more logical question might be "why do you feel that you need a new charger?" But asking that would be worse than just entertaining his question about getting the NOCO he linked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcePrick Posted March 24 Share Posted March 24 ...aaaand the Excursion batteries are at 1.5 volts. First person to say "rat lives matter" gets a free overdose of Coumadin in their beer at the next meet. Motherfucker sure is an overachiever. Ima be as diligent in fixing his shit as he was in parting these wires. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomek Posted March 24 Share Posted March 24 11 minutes ago, IcePrick said: ...aaaand the Excursion batteries are at 1.5 volts. First person to say "rat lives matter" gets a free overdose of Coumadin in their beer at the next meet. Motherfucker sure is an overachiever. Ima be as diligent in fixing his shit as he was in parting these wires. Well, fuck. Definitely rat, not mice. Is he still there or already left the ship? 🚢 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcePrick Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 1 hour ago, tomek said: Well, fuck. Definitely rat, not mice. Is he still there or already left the ship? 🚢 Last one was a BIG rat, probably over a pound. I should have taken a picture. He was twice the size of the XL rat trap. That was this spring, when I found the ABS wiring and the vacuum lines eaten. Apparently someone stepped into his shoes, simple Christmas lights throughout the engine bay haven't had the desired effect... But tonight he will feast on death. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveK Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 As you agonize over what to buy - made a 1.4 second decision to get the Zuma its own charger. 🔌 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 3 hours ago, IcePrick said: ...aaaand the Excursion batteries are at 1.5 volts. First person to say "rat lives matter" gets a free overdose of Coumadin in their beer at the next meet. Motherfucker sure is an overachiever. Ima be as diligent in fixing his shit as he was in parting these wires. That sumonabitch. I've heard that wintergreen oil is a good rodent deterrent, then you'll have some around when you need to rehab some old rubber parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 7 hours ago, superhawk996 said: I've heard that wintergreen oil is a good rodent deterrent, then you'll have some around when you need to rehab some old rubber parts. Snakes. You need snakes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 2 hours ago, blackhawkxx said: Snakes. You need snakes. Or snake shot. That relates to a rat trap I meant to post about, then forgot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcePrick Posted March 25 Share Posted March 25 4 hours ago, blackhawkxx said: Snakes. You need snakes. We've had a couple California King snakes around, but the dogs harass them and off they go. I'd love to have some in the yard, they're beautiful and not only do they help with the vermin, but rattlesnakes are among their prey as well. I haven't seen a rattlesnake here yet, I know they're around but my guess is the dogs keep them away as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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