Battery Tender Plus

[rbarkley]

Hey Guys

I purchased the Battery Tender Plus and would like to know if
any of you are using one?

If so, do you just use the alligator clips or actually install
the smaller ring terminals on the battery?

For those that drive your car, do you keep the battery
in the car or take it out after each drive?

My plan is to purchase a regular 24F battery and use the
Scott Drake Autolite sta-ful cover on top.

Thanks

Ron

[98SVT - was 06GT]

I have several. If the battery is out in the open I use the clips. For the hidden ones I use the wired in plug.

[rhjanes]

I've used them for years.  Both old Mustangs and my diesel truck.  I use the clips, with the quick disconnect.  Just unplug and start up and drive.  Plug back in when I return. 

[CSX 4133]

I use the clips on my cars, keeps them charged without overcharging. Great product line.

[kingchief]

Me too!  Have the 4 charger version.  Use clips on T-Bird and Shelby.  No problems.

Steve

[HERTZ II]

I have a couple Battery Tender "JR"s. I use both the clip on and hard wired quick-connect. These units have worked flawlessly for years. I typically leave the battery in the car.     

[Shelby_r_b]

I have the exact same model and I use the alligator clips.  I hook it up once the car is parked and cooled, then I take it off right before I pull the car out.  Good stuff!

[zray]

Another satisfied user of the Delray Battery Tender +.

I use the ring attachments .  To me, easier than the alligator clips. Especially on other cars where the battery is more concealed.


Z

[NC TRACKRAT]

The Battery Tender Plus is fine for a conventional battery but, if you're using an AGM (which may be inside the re-pop AUTOLITE) , then you really need a charging voltage of 14.5-14.7 Volts.  Check out the CTEK MUS 4.3.

[CSX 4133]

Beltran makes a charger that is selectable for all battery types, including AGM, CTEK is also very good. I've also bought several NOCO brand battery tenders which are extremely light weight and extremely reliable for long term plug in use.

[1690]

I mostly use the clips.

I only used the plug on my ERA Cobra. 

[1690]

Another satisfied user of the Delray Battery Tender +.

I use the ring attachments .  To me, easier than the alligator clips. Especially on other cars where the battery is more concealed.


Z

Z....yes, that's what I meant by my above statement.  The Cobra has a more concealed battery.  Good point Z.

[zray]

The Battery Tender Plus is fine for a conventional battery but, if you're using an AGM (which may be inside the re-pop AUTOLITE) , then you really need a charging voltage of 14.5-14.7 Volts.  ....."

I think the BT+ still has some benefit with those batteries. I used it on my reproduction Autolite, and my Optima's too.  My last Optima lasted 9 years with the Battery Tender+ nightly assistance. It finally died after I left the lights on one night, all the usual tricks to resurrect it failed.

Z

[pchmotoho]

I have two 4 bank chargers and am using them on 7 vehicles, 4 of which are bikes.

Terminals on the 2 small dirt bikes batteries and quick connects on all others. Battery tenders are money well spent.

[KDunne]

I have a number of them... 2 went bad, but were replaced under warranty........