http://sprocket-io.disqus.com/open-source, motorcycles, moving to belgiumenSun, 19 Feb 2006 15:00:09 -0000http://sprocket.io/blog/2006/01/a-day-of-getting-things-done/#comment-4173220<p>Lead acid batteries (car batteries) have a self discharge characteristic. Even disconnected, they will lose charge over time. When laying up a vehicle that you may want to start at a moments notice (new cache!) it's best to apply a continuous 'float charge'. That is a regulated voltage of say 13.5 - 13.8 volts (temperature dependent if you are anal). Note that most discount store battery chargers will murder your batteries if left on constantly! Good voltage regulation is the key here. Only a very small amount of current (</p>Dave WrightSun, 19 Feb 2006 15:00:09 -0000http://sprocket.io/blog/2006/01/a-day-of-getting-things-done/#comment-4173219<p>It is not uncommon to have to jump start a sitting car.. Especially if its been sitting for months. You might do better to un-hook the battery completely if it is going to be parked so long as there are still item that will leak electricity.</p>JoeyFri, 20 Jan 2006 10:06:57 -0000http://sprocket.io/blog/2006/01/a-day-of-getting-things-done/#comment-4173218<p>We really need to remember to put the GA liscence plate on the bus. And it probably could use some oil too.</p>DallasThu, 19 Jan 2006 23:08:00 -0000