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MidlandRover Member Since: 30 Jun 2013 Location: Derby Posts: 496 |
Ctek are highly regarded and can be used through the towing socket if you have a towbar, the MX 5 or whatever it's called is a good option. FL2 SD4 Metropolis Auto Santorini Black / ivory completely stock.
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11th Apr 2014 4:16 pm |
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archie98 Member Since: 18 Oct 2011 Location: derbyshire Posts: 709 |
+1 for the Ctec |
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11th Apr 2014 4:25 pm |
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Barton Member Since: 21 Mar 2014 Location: Guildford Posts: 7 |
Thanks for the replies...
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11th Apr 2014 4:29 pm |
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MidlandRover Member Since: 30 Jun 2013 Location: Derby Posts: 496 |
No you would just attach it to the battery terminals as normal, charging through the sockets alloys you to charge overnight or in inclement weather. FL2 SD4 Metropolis Auto Santorini Black / ivory completely stock.
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11th Apr 2014 4:48 pm |
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archie98 Member Since: 18 Oct 2011 Location: derbyshire Posts: 709 |
You can get a connection that you fit permanantly to the battery so you just plug into that socket or one that fits the cigarette lighter socket. |
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11th Apr 2014 7:26 pm |
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DrRpb Member Since: 14 Oct 2012 Location: Petersfield Posts: 572 |
Ctek ones are great. I have one to keep the battery on my Classic Rangie topped up for the same reason as you. * GONE. GS TD4 Manual MY2013. Orkney Grey with privacy, cold and clearview packs, armrests (a must!) and a spoiler.
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12th Apr 2014 6:17 am |
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EYorkshire Member Since: 18 Nov 2010 Location: (!) Posts: 4392 |
On my previous MY11 SD4 I used my Ctek MXS10 to charge the battery through the 12v accessory socket in the boot, this has a direct connection to the battery and still allowed me to close the rear door while charging.
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12th Apr 2014 9:04 am |
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SYFL2 Member Since: 16 Jun 2012 Location: Sheffield Posts: 2594 |
I put mine on a conditioning charge every now and again,my mate thinks i'm mad,i call it good maintenance. |
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12th Apr 2014 9:25 am |
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MidlandRover Member Since: 30 Jun 2013 Location: Derby Posts: 496 |
This thread has reminded me to go into the garage and find mine, got a comfort lead with indicator lights must fit it tomorrow and give the battery a charge, wish I had. Towbar so much easier. FL2 SD4 Metropolis Auto Santorini Black / ivory completely stock.
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12th Apr 2014 3:08 pm |
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si. Member Since: 20 Jun 2012 Location: Northumberland Posts: 153 |
Keep an eye on lidl's adverts, as they frequently have a smart battery charger for about £15. I've had one for a number of years, and have been lead to believe the electronics are identical to a Ctek. |
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13th Apr 2014 10:06 am |
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Barton Member Since: 21 Mar 2014 Location: Guildford Posts: 7 |
LR Freelander 2 GS SD4 Jan 2011.
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14th Apr 2014 1:30 pm |
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Mav71 Member Since: 15 Nov 2008 Location: Leicester Posts: 2575 |
I use a Ctek on the Astra as it spends 6 months of the year locked away. Never had a starting issue. Freelander 2 HSE Lux 2013MY - Barolo Black with Ivory Leather. Alpine DVD - Privacy -Evoque 20" Dynamic Wheels and more to come......... |
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14th Apr 2014 1:57 pm |
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MidlandRover Member Since: 30 Jun 2013 Location: Derby Posts: 496 |
http://www.ctekchargers.co.uk/ctek-ciglead.php
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14th Aug 2014 8:25 pm |
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realspeed Member Since: 26 Mar 2011 Location: East Sussex Posts: 574 |
I also bought the ctek5 charger as it needs a battery charger for an AGM battery Ex 2010 Freelander2 GS-e Diesel manual Silver owner |
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14th Aug 2014 8:59 pm |
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