Hard time plugging in my battery tender - LotusTalk

jorgeassoc · 12-23-2008, 01:54 PM

I have an aftermarket spoiler. It prevents a big dude like me to reach into my big trunk and plug in my Batt-Tender.
Is there another way to do this? Perhaps flipping the batt side-ways , so that the pos+ and neg- and pointing to the right. And if i do this, does it have to be a dry-cell batt ?
Any other alternatives ?
Thanks for your thoughts

CHeers,
George

kestrel74 · 12-23-2008, 01:57 PM

Mine has a "pig tail" that I just plug the other end into.... only fits in one way -- the correct way.

jorgeassoc · 12-23-2008, 02:01 PM

What does the pig tail look like ? any pics ?

milehitom · 12-23-2008, 02:02 PM

I use that same pig tail (supplied by Battery Tender), permanently connected to the terminals. It extends out about a foot or so and makes my winter time connection much easier.

Tom

jorgeassoc · 12-23-2008, 02:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by milehitom

I use that same pig tail (supplied by Battery Tender), permanently connected to the terminals. It extends out about a foot or so and makes my winter time connection much easier.

Tom

Edit: I just visited their website. They have a lot of different kinds . WHich ones do you guys use for the "Lotus" ONLY ?
And
Would you use something different for another car , say porsche ?

Batterytender.com - Home of All Your Charging Needs 2008 Catalog

milehitom · 12-23-2008, 02:22 PM

I use the Battery Tender Plus, but I purchased through Motorcycle Accesory Warehouse, rather than Battery Tender's site. It's cheaper through MAW.

BATTERY TENDER BATTERY CHARGERS

Battery Tender Plus 12 Volt #0210128

I've used them for years (one for the Lotus; oner for the Fiat)-They both are still working perfectly.

The Battery Tender Junior will also work on the Lotus, and it's even cheaper.

Tom

kestrel74 · 12-23-2008, 03:56 PM

Battery Tender Jr .....

charliex · 12-23-2008, 04:15 PM

Duracell 2 Amp Battery Maintainer | Duracell

i've been using this, plugs into the ciggy lighter.

apk919 · 12-23-2008, 04:49 PM

You could always make up a cable with a polarized connector (get one at Radio Shack, etc.) that you can leave on the floor of the trunk when not in use
(an inline fuseholder, as shown, is recommended):

JRzCarz · 12-23-2008, 07:14 PM

You can charge thru the cigarette lighter plug using the Battery Tender adapter seen here: Battery Tender - 081-0069-5 - Cigarette Adapter, Quick Disconnect - Black

(I also purchased a 12 foot extension cord they make and close the door gently on the cord as part of the "exit contortion.")

TimMullen · 12-24-2008, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by apk919

You could always make up a cable with a polarized connector (get one at Radio Shack, etc.) that you can leave on the floor of the trunk when not in use
(an inline fuseholder, as shown, is recommended):

You can also get two conductor connector that plug into the ones on Battery Tender Jrs. and Battery MINDers at your local RV supply store. They are like the ones used for trailer lights but with only two (I had to get one to connect the third brake light on a pickup "camper shell"). The one I bought had a connector on each end and about 6 feet of red and black wire. Cut off the end you don't need, and you have a 6 foot lead. It was about $2...

Steve B in SD · 12-24-2008, 03:33 PM

I hooked mine to the battery posts under the left access panel by the windshield. The pigtail just lays there by the bottom of the windshield, out of sight. All I do is grab it and plug it in. Simple!

Gizmo3000 · 12-24-2008, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRzCarz

You can charge thru the cigarette lighter plug using the Battery Tender adapter seen here: Battery Tender - 081-0069-5 - Cigarette Adapter, Quick Disconnect - Black

(I also purchased a 12 foot extension cord they make and close the door gently on the cord as part of the "exit contortion.")

+1

-same one works with both Battery Tender AND Battery MindR's

birdseye · 12-25-2008, 12:54 AM

I connect my accumate through the cigarette lighter fitting inside the car - its always live. Much better than fiddling with battery terminals.

jorgeassoc · 12-26-2008, 06:06 AM

i m going to experiment tonight.

12-23-2008, 01:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
jorgeassoc Over 2000+HP ..... Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: 4 cars ahead. Posts: 268	Hard time plugging in my battery tender I have an aftermarket spoiler. It prevents a big dude like me to reach into my big trunk and plug in my Batt-Tender. Is there another way to do this? Perhaps flipping the batt side-ways , so that the pos+ and neg- and pointing to the right. And if i do this, does it have to be a dry-cell batt ? Any other alternatives ? Thanks for your thoughts CHeers, George __________________ Benz C300 dd 996 GT2 SG C6 Z06 Blk Sold Cars: E60 M5 AW,LOTUS EXIGE S AW,E46 M3 SC 469rwhp The 23rd PSALM

12-23-2008, 01:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
kestrel74 G-200 Driver Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North of Detroit; Watkins Glen, NY Posts: 9,515	Mine has a "pig tail" that I just plug the other end into.... only fits in one way -- the correct way. __________________ 74 Europa Zetec TC Special 3614R Elise #2292 / Chrome Orange !! / Starshield / Nitron Sport SA / RTDbrace / Uprights machined / Down Low rails / ChaseCam / V1 / SS lines w/ R4-S / G-Pan / Rota-Hoosier R6 / "My daily driver does .85 Mach" " I started flying when Sex was safe and Hang Gliding was dangerous " BUY My Europa ! http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f94/...pa-sale-43829/

12-23-2008, 02:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
jorgeassoc Over 2000+HP ..... Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: 4 cars ahead. Posts: 268	What does the pig tail look like ? any pics ? __________________ Benz C300 dd 996 GT2 SG C6 Z06 Blk Sold Cars: E60 M5 AW,LOTUS EXIGE S AW,E46 M3 SC 469rwhp The 23rd PSALM

12-23-2008, 02:02 PM	#4 (permalink)
milehitom Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 3,183	I use that same pig tail (supplied by Battery Tender), permanently connected to the terminals. It extends out about a foot or so and makes my winter time connection much easier. Tom Attached Images

12-23-2008, 03:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
kestrel74 G-200 Driver Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North of Detroit; Watkins Glen, NY Posts: 9,515	Battery Tender Jr ..... __________________ 74 Europa Zetec TC Special 3614R Elise #2292 / Chrome Orange !! / Starshield / Nitron Sport SA / RTDbrace / Uprights machined / Down Low rails / ChaseCam / V1 / SS lines w/ R4-S / G-Pan / Rota-Hoosier R6 / "My daily driver does .85 Mach" " I started flying when Sex was safe and Hang Gliding was dangerous " BUY My Europa ! http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f94/...pa-sale-43829/

12-23-2008, 02:22 PM	#6 (permalink)
milehitom Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 3,183	I use the Battery Tender Plus, but I purchased through Motorcycle Accesory Warehouse, rather than Battery Tender's site. It's cheaper through MAW. BATTERY TENDER BATTERY CHARGERS Battery Tender Plus 12 Volt #0210128 I've used them for years (one for the Lotus; oner for the Fiat)-They both are still working perfectly. The Battery Tender Junior will also work on the Lotus, and it's even cheaper. Tom

12-23-2008, 04:15 PM	#8 (permalink)
charliex OSX Black hat Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Las Vegas , NV Posts: 9,951	Duracell 2 Amp Battery Maintainer \| Duracell i've been using this, plugs into the ciggy lighter. __________________ Black Exige S - http://goth.am 265 Mule / Elan M100.ECU Tuning, http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39660 West Coast Lotus Meet - Las Vegas - November 6-9 2009 http://www.westcoastlotus.com/

12-23-2008, 04:49 PM	#9 (permalink)
apk919 Holy Guacamole! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: New Yawk City & Sandy Eggo Posts: 6,530 Images: 20	You could always make up a cable with a polarized connector (get one at Radio Shack, etc.) that you can leave on the floor of the trunk when not in use (an inline fuseholder, as shown, is recommended): Attached Images __________________ My videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/apk919 2007 Aspen White Lotus Exige S (street ride) 2010 Isotope Green Lotus 2-Eleven (track ride) Lotus Challenge Series

12-23-2008, 07:14 PM	#10 (permalink)
JRzCarz GoFast+Turn Left OR Right Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 81	You can charge thru the cigarette lighter plug using the Battery Tender adapter seen here: Battery Tender - 081-0069-5 - Cigarette Adapter, Quick Disconnect - Black (I also purchased a 12 foot extension cord they make and close the door gently on the cord as part of the "exit contortion.") Attached Images

12-24-2008, 03:33 PM	#12 (permalink)
Steve B in SD Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 110	I hooked mine to the battery posts under the left access panel by the windshield. The pigtail just lays there by the bottom of the windshield, out of sight. All I do is grab it and plug it in. Simple!

12-25-2008, 12:54 AM	#14 (permalink)
birdseye Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 34	I connect my accumate through the cigarette lighter fitting inside the car - its always live. Much better than fiddling with battery terminals.

12-26-2008, 06:06 AM	#15 (permalink)
jorgeassoc Over 2000+HP ..... Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: 4 cars ahead. Posts: 268	i m going to experiment tonight. __________________ Benz C300 dd 996 GT2 SG C6 Z06 Blk Sold Cars: E60 M5 AW,LOTUS EXIGE S AW,E46 M3 SC 469rwhp The 23rd PSALM

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