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Old 26-10-2013, 08:37 PM
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Default Recommend me a battery stabiliser ?

After a new one for prolonged diagnostics anyone recommend a decent one ?
Old 26-10-2013, 10:35 PM
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And what is a "battery stabiliser" ?
Old 26-10-2013, 11:03 PM
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keeps the battery voltage constant?
Old 27-10-2013, 07:14 AM
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Kees the battery voltage constant
Old 27-10-2013, 01:16 PM
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So basically a mains powered battery charger ?
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Would a trickle charger do the job? I use a cheap one from lidl, car starts After ages of not using it
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Trickle wouldnt supply enough current.

Easiest option is just to stick a booster pack on it during use.
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