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Old 12-21-2020, 01:40 PM
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One of the challenges of having a not-driven-often car and using a complete system disconnect switch is that the long and short fuel trims get deleted once power to the ECM is disconnected. Not a big deal, but it may mean the car is a bit "cranky" until 1-2 cold start and run cycles are complete.

I use a disconnect switch to disconnect the main power buss but have a simple 5A circuit breaker bypass in order to protect the whole system when in storage. A battery maintainer is easy enough to do.
Yes, I’m definitely going to hook a disconnect up.
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Old 12-21-2020, 04:15 PM
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toss the red top, and change to yellow. Once a redtop discharges, its done. Doesn't solve your problem, but its the first thing I would do. I won't run redtops anymore
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Old 12-21-2020, 04:44 PM
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I had this problem on my 1981 El Camino SS .The shop found a short under the drivers side power seat .I disconnected it and have had an issue since ,Maybe you have a similar problem .Good luck on your search.
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Dead/discharged not damaged. This is the 4th optima I’ve put into the car in 4 years.
So you are able to charge the battery after it is discharged?

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Old 12-21-2020, 06:01 PM
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toss the red top, and change to yellow. Once a redtop discharges, its done. Doesn't solve your problem, but its the first thing I would do. I won't run redtops anymore
Even an Optima charger can’t bring it back?

I run Odyssey and I’m able to bring them back with an Odyssey charger.

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Old 12-21-2020, 06:24 PM
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So you are able to charge the battery after it is discharged?

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No. When it’s discharged, it’s done.
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No. When it’s discharged, it’s done.
A conventional charger definitely cannot bring them back. A pulse charger can in many cases. I have done it myself. Again check out the R2 battery saver chargers and videos I posted. Not pushing them as a brand but the videos are loaded with good information on the technology.
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Old 12-22-2020, 05:24 AM
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No. When it’s discharged, it’s done.
What charger are you using?

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What charger are you using?

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Battery tender.
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Old 12-22-2020, 07:23 AM
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A conventional charger definitely cannot bring them back. A pulse charger can in many cases. I have done it myself. Again check out the R2 battery saver chargers and videos I posted. Not pushing them as a brand but the videos are loaded with good information on the technology.
Thank you. Yes, there is some great info in these videos.
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