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humfrz · 02-24-2017, 01:57 AM

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Originally Posted by ToySub1946

More than you need, or maybe want to know here:

See within: Charging system basics, voltage regulation, current demand and flow.

http://www.bcae1.com/charging.htm

WOW ........ now THAT was sorely needed .......

humfrz

auryn79 · 02-25-2017, 02:44 AM

Mishimoto Pistol Grip shift knob installed.

Overdrive · 02-25-2017, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

Started the engine and let it idle for 30 minutes. Lol. Haven't driven her in 8 days.

https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tende.../dp/B000CITK8S

This ought to help you not need to do that.

Kaotic Lazagna · 02-25-2017, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Overdrive

https://www.amazon.com/Battery-Tende.../dp/B000CITK8S

This ought to help you not need to do that.

What sucks is that my side of the garage doesn't have an outlet, and I know you're not supposed to use extension cables with jumpers/tenders. =(

Ashikabi · 02-25-2017, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

What sucks is that my side of the garage doesn't have an outlet, and I know you're not supposed to use extension cables with jumpers/tenders. =(

It will be OK. Or run a new outlet

finch1750 · 02-25-2017, 06:26 PM

Finally reinstalled my GS intake and pulley cover after 6 months or so. Maybe today I'll get the 2nd catch can installed finally lol

Overdrive · 02-25-2017, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

What sucks is that my side of the garage doesn't have an outlet, and I know you're not supposed to use extension cables with jumpers/tenders. =(

Of course it's ideal to plug any appliance directly into an outlet, but I use an extension cable with my tender for charging all my vehicles, and it has never presented a problem. My nearest external power outlet is outside of my garage about 15 feet away from the nearest vehicle, so an extension is necessary. Buy a good quality cable and you shouldn't have anything to worry about. If your car's going to sit more than a week and you have concerns about the battery running down, plug it in for a night and it should be full charged again.

Kaotic Lazagna · 02-25-2017, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Overdrive

Of course it's ideal to plug any appliance directly into an outlet, but I use an extension cable with my tender for charging all my vehicles, and it has never presented a problem. My nearest external power outlet is outside of my garage about 15 feet away from the nearest vehicle, so an extension is necessary. Buy a good quality cable and you shouldn't have anything to worry about. If your car's going to sit more than a week and you have concerns about the battery running down, plug it in for a night and it should be full charged again.

What would be a quality cord? It should stop raining soon, so I'll be able to drive the FRS to work on Sundays. Haha

Overdrive · 02-25-2017, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

What would be a quality cord? It should stop raining soon, so I'll be able to drive the FRS to work on Sundays. Haha

Say an indoor/outdoor light duty cable you buy at Home Depot, and not a dirt cheap one you pick up while you're looking for a TV at Walmart.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-50-ft...-543/100650559

This is plenty, and for not a lot of money.

Kaotic Lazagna · 02-25-2017, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Overdrive

Say an indoor/outdoor light duty cable you buy at Home Depot, and not a dirt cheap one you pick up while you're looking for a TV at Walmart.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-50-ft...-543/100650559

This is plenty, and for not a lot of money.

I have a really long, thick orange one. Not sure what brand it is. Lol

Overdrive · 02-26-2017, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaotic Lazagna

I have a really long, thick orange one. Not sure what brand it is. Lol

If it's not frayed or damaged in some way, go ahead and use it. If it's not going to be exposed to the elements like mine is you really have nothing to be concerned about.

Kaotic Lazagna · 02-26-2017, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Overdrive

If it's not frayed or damaged in some way, go ahead and use it. If it's not going to be exposed to the elements like mine is you really have nothing to be concerned about.

Nope, no kinks, openings, fraying of any kind, and will be in the garage only. I'll be ordering a tender

Kaotic Lazagna · 02-26-2017, 11:49 PM

Just ordered a NOCO G3500 battery tender =D

VoltsFRS2013 · 02-27-2017, 08:23 AM

I found that police officers don't like it when you accidentally run a red light

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