Question about using a trickle-charger while truck is parked (aka home time)

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by hiwaysteward, May 18, 2015.

  1. Mountain Hummingbird

    Mountain Hummingbird Medium Load Member

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    I use one all the time when I am sitting for an extended time. I use a smart charge which will charge at different rates depending on how low the batteries are.
     
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  3. Skate-Board

    Skate-Board Road Train Member

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    What make and model. I doubt that a trickle charger can keep up with what your using even just sitting.
     
  4. Mountain Hummingbird

    Mountain Hummingbird Medium Load Member

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    I got mine at Ace hardware its one of their own branding ones. 2 to 25 amp charge and 50 amp boost. Tied it right in and its bolted to the inside of the jockey box. Plug my truck in to shore power and batteries get fed. If your really handy just get a 12volt alternator, and a lawnmower motor and make yourself a redneck apu.
     
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