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How much driving to maintain 12v?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by srellim234, Aug 18, 2016.

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  1. bisco

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    sure, but it won't cure your slice.
     
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    How did you know? I prefer to call it a power fade.
     
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    nothing that doesn't plague the common man. if you can control it, you're one up on me.:cool:
     
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    The Battery Tender line has a HUGE following in the motorcycle world because, for many, riding like boating is a seasonal activity in many parts of the country. WalMart carries them. I have two and even the junior model will work on the Prius; just make sure it's a 12V model. They come with both permanent and alligator style connectors. Chargers

    I run the lead down the vent tube hole out the back for an easy, peasy connection.

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    As a follow-up, I didn't buy the charger last month since my wife added taking the Prius instead of her Yaris on her once a week commute to work in Los Angeles, 45 miles each way in rush hour traffic. Now I realize that's not going to be a long term solution since she hasn't needed it for a couple of weeks and our schedules haven't allowed the long weekend drives to see family either.

    I'm off to buy a charger.
     
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    This is the CTEK MUS 4.3 you want. It has an AGM 12V battery setting. Amazon link, $76.

    Here's a Schumacher smart charger that is also good for wet/Gel/AGM batteries like the CTEK. Amazon link, $47. It lacks the convenient battery post connector that can be left attached at the posts.
     
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    Double post.
     
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