Hi all, 2021 T6 Leisuredrive Vivante and having fitted a new starter battery 6 mths ago multimeter at best shows 11.88 leisure battery showing 13.80 while on hookup. So it would appear starter battery isn't being charged when on hookup, any advice/help would be greatly appreciated Thanks..
Starter Battery low charge.
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The Leisuredrive setup won't charge the starter.
Have a look at Mamajules post
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I have the CTEK with a 12v plug, just like the amazon links posted. Charge up fortnightly in winter when there's no solar on my little dash panel.
Have a look at Mamajules post
Can someone explain simply to me how to stop battery from running low when staying in van
Hello, I'm sorry for this basic post. The last time we camped in our van for a couple of nights the battery of the van was flat (we were on EHU/solarfor things inside the van). Anyway I think I read on here a while back that because you sleep in the van - the van thinks its 'in use' as its...
I have the CTEK with a 12v plug, just like the amazon links posted. Charge up fortnightly in winter when there's no solar on my little dash panel.
Also have a look at @Dellmassive 's' How I done it 'threads, especially
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I have the Bluetooth BM2 and a USB voltmeter in an extension from the 12v sat on the dash that I can see through the window.
Battery Monitoring -- How I Done It --
Battery Monitoring -- How I Done It -- Part #1 Battery monitoring is a very important part of your 12v system . . . . whether its just the vans starter battery or your leisure setup keeping an eye on the power in your battery bank will keep you from breaking down and make sure your weekends...
I have the Bluetooth BM2 and a USB voltmeter in an extension from the 12v sat on the dash that I can see through the window.
Brill idea thanks.The Leisuredrive setup won't charge the starter.
Have a look at Mamajules post
Can someone explain simply to me how to stop battery from running low when staying in van
Hello, I'm sorry for this basic post. The last time we camped in our van for a couple of nights the battery of the van was flat (we were on EHU/solarfor things inside the van). Anyway I think I read on here a while back that because you sleep in the van - the van thinks its 'in use' as its...
I have the CTEK with a 12v plug, just like the amazon links posted. Charge up fortnightly in winter when there's no solar on my little dash panel.
As above - the starter battery is often the forgotten lovechild in a campervan, all the upgrade and love goes on the leisure system and the poor old starter is left sitting there draining away!
Either fit an additional low amp charger to top up via the 12v plug, or a more permanent solution like an Ablemail AMT12-2.
Either fit an additional low amp charger to top up via the 12v plug, or a more permanent solution like an Ablemail AMT12-2.
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Thanks for the link, you saved my day <3Also have a look at @Dellmassive 's' How I done it 'threads, especially
Battery Monitoring -- How I Done It --
Battery Monitoring -- How I Done It -- Part #1 Battery monitoring is a very important part of your 12v system . . . . whether its just the vans starter battery or your leisure setup keeping an eye on the power in your battery bank will keep you from breaking down and make sure your weekends...
I have the Bluetooth BM2 and a USB voltmeter in an extension from the 12v sat on the dash that I can see through the window.
A low starter battery charge could be caused by several factors, including battery age, a faulty alternator, or a parasitic draw. First, check the battery’s age most batteries last 4–6 years. Then, test the charging voltage while the engine is running; it should be around 13.8V–14.4V. If it’s lower, the alternator may be failing.
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