22-08-2020, 02:46 PM
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Re: Trickle Battery Chargers
Originally Posted by Primus1
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If it costs you very little to run and you’re not into up to date Models, then keep it until it cost too much in repairs, the only problem is if the engine is not the latest in low emissions for the ulez targets that some major cities are now turning to so if you drive into one of these zones then you may have to pay a big charge ( fine) , but you can always use p&r
the only emissions zones I encounter these days are those filled with what comes from the rear end of cattle 
I will no longer be driving in large towns or on motorways just near home. If I need to drive any distance family will take me.
02-09-2020, 02:33 PM
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Re: Trickle Battery Chargers
I bought a trickle charger a CTEK MXS 5.0 and having persuaded a socially distancing Halfords man to attach the 'comfort leads' (O rings that stay attached) to the battery the charger has done a great job and the battery has charged.A flat battery is one thing less to worry about this winter
Thank you everyone for your input.
03-09-2020, 03:41 PM
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Re: Trickle Battery Chargers
Originally Posted by Meg
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I bought a trickle charger a CTEK MXS 5.0 and having persuaded a socially distancing Halfords man to attach the 'comfort leads' (O rings that stay attached) to the battery the charger has done a great job and the battery has charged.A flat battery is one thing less to worry about this winter
Thank you everyone for your input.
My only concern is with Halfords and the exorbitant way they mark their prices up.
03-09-2020, 04:26 PM
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Re: Trickle Battery Chargers
Originally Posted by LongDriver
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I am pleased you now have a fully charged battery and the means to keep it that way :thumbup: My only concern is with Halfords and the exorbitant way they mark their prices up.
most places with the exception of Amazon seem to charge the same or more I checked and I specifically chose Halfords because there is a branch near here and having read the conflicting advice on whether or not the negative cable should be attached to the battery or the car chassis I thought I might need help.I did and the Halfords man connected the O ring comfort lead for free so I don't need to use the crock clips or fiddle about attaching leads to the battery so I am happy with that
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