Solar Panel Recommendation for Trickle Charge on Winch Battery

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I need to trickle charge my winch battery on my trailer. How can I do that?

asked by: Joe

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I recommend installing the OptiMate Solar Duo Roof Mount Solar Charging System with Controller # MA49JR which is rated for 10 Watts and 12V batteries from 2 to 240 amp-hours.

This provides a trickle charge and comes with a controller so you can be confident that your battery will get a good charge but won't become overcharged.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

To charge the battery in the Engager Trailer BreakAway Kit, #20099, you can attach the wire from the 12 volt circuit on the trailer side 7-Way (1 oclock position on the back of the trailer side 7-Way where the wires attach) to the input wire on the…

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Answer 2

If the trailer hitch has a 3/4" diameter hitch pin hole then that is what you'll need to use when towing with said hitch even when using an adapter such as the Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeves part #C45408. If you don't have a…

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The BulletProof Hitches Adjustable 2-Ball Mount for 3" Hitch #58388 that you are interested has a 5/8 inch diameter hitch pin hole which is the standard size for 3 inch hitches. Most likely this is what you have as a 3/4 inch diameter hitch pin…

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Yes, we have pintle hook mounts for 2-1/2-inch hitches that are similar to the 3-inch Reese Super Titan #RP38186. All of them can be seen on the page I linked for you. Pintles generally do not have a class rating, just a weight rating. The highest…

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Answer 5

The OptiMate Solar Duo Roof Mount Solar Charging System with Controller #MA29JR provides enough power to maintain 2 batteries. The question is more about the battery location(s). If you have the 2 batteries connected together, the OptiMate Solar…

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Answer 6

You can use your truck 7-way 12V power circuit to maintain both the trailer's breakaway battery and a utility battery that operates the winch. But keep in mind that this 12V power feed is strong enough to maintain batteries but is NOT able to…

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As long as where you plan to store the RV has decent sunlight the OptiMate Solar Duo Solar Charging System with Controller #MA49JR would do a great job keeping the battery topped off. It can put out up to a charge of up to .83 amps which is going to…

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A lead acid battery will typically discharge anywhere from 3% to 20% in a month's time and will typically have a higher discharge rate during cold weather. The wattage size needed to keep your batteries charged will depend on how large of an amp…

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Answer 9

You're on the right path but this kit #34282183 has items you don't need if you're just looking to trickle charge your boat batteries. If you're just wanting to trickle charge your batteries then I recommend getting two of the…

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Answer 10

Yes, you can leave the Optimate Solar Duo Charger part #MA49JR connected to a battery all the time and it would not damage it. It would just keep it topped off.

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The OptiMate Solar Duo Solar Charging System part #MA49JR would be a solid option. It's a 10 watt solar charger that would mount on the roof of your fifth wheel that would do a great job keeping the battery bank topped off that you have.

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Answer 12

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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