Battery Tender question for 09 ACR

Shad0w

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So Im looking for a battery Tender for my 09 ACR.

The car is parked in my garage for the winter and I do have access to power...
Which Battery Tender would be best? I noticed there's a bunch of models.
 

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A number of alternatives on the market. I've had good success with Ctek.
 
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Shad0w

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I was actually looking at the "Battery Tender" brand. What curious which one ppl are using most often here :)
 

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I'm using the battery tender plus. It is better suited to charge a battery vs. the Jr. which seems to be mainly used for maintenance.
 

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Yes that one you linked to. There are many models, the main difference is voltage and current output, number of banks, and international vs USA models so you can **** out many of them.

You'll want a 12V model. The JR is meant for maintenance (low current output), there is also the waterproof model with higher output.
 

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I use the Sears Battery Charger/Maintenance unit fastened to the wall near the rear of the car. I installed the quick connect plug on the battery and the cord from the charger stays attached all the time with the deck lid closed lightly {no pressure on the wire}. The unit stays on 2 amp trickle charge and only turns on as needed. I have the Sears Platnium Gel type battery. Hope this helps.
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also have a ctek, have used it on my bmw, vette and the viper and never had an issue.
 

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Been using the Battery Tender Plus (1.25A) for many years now. Also bought a Battery Tender Jr for the generator and lawn tractor. They work well.
 

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I have a ctek on one car and battery tender plus on the other. both have been great
 
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Thnx guys, picked up the battery tender plus, got it hooked up to the ACR :)
Appreciate the input!
 

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