I have an old pickup that I use about 2-10 times a month, but perhaps even less in the winter months. I try to take a long trip every month with it, but often don't. It needs a new battery again, this one lasted I think 3 years, maybe less. I think a solar trickle charger would be a good investment. I'll leave it plugged in all the time and just sitting on the dash. The truck is in the shade.
Question is - what capacity in watts would you recommend? Harbor Freight has a 1.5 watt version for $15, up to about $50 for a 5 watt version online. If I attach this to a new battery, is a low watt version sufficient? Or do I really need x watts for it to maintain the battery?
Question is - what capacity in watts would you recommend? Harbor Freight has a 1.5 watt version for $15, up to about $50 for a 5 watt version online. If I attach this to a new battery, is a low watt version sufficient? Or do I really need x watts for it to maintain the battery?