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Old 20-10-2007, 20:32   #1
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optima winterization?

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We boat our first used boat this year. It came with 3 blue-top optimas. we fully charged them and disconnected and brought them home. what do we need to do to keep them in good shape till nexxt season?
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Old 21-10-2007, 00:43   #2
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Keep them on a three step charger so as they cycle. There is no reason why they could not have stayed on the boat if there is a charger on board. Unless it is for security purposes that you brought them home of course.
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we brought them home because we are hauled out for the season. and are not hooked up to shore power. and also security
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