Storing Tundra

I need to store my 2017 Tundra for 3-4 wks. so I can use my Jeep. There is no electricity where I store it and no windows. I can put a solar maintenance charger outside and run wires in. Cannot seem to find 1 that has good reviews. Any suggestions? Thanks 34ford

 

@smslavin

 

If its keyed entry couldn't you just remove the negative battery terminal and re-attach it when you come back? Don't think the battery will be drained to much for a couple of weeks.

 

I use this on my camper. If you have a good charge on the battery, this will maintain it. https://www.westmarine.com/buy/nature-power--12-volt-solar-battery-maintainers-2-pack--19187608

 

Thanks, I do not want to lose all my settings so just need maint solar charger. Do no know how long it can set w/o going dead. 34ford

 

3-4 weeks shouldn’t matter on the battery...rodents on the other hand...

 

Thanks, I use a rodent spray and it works. Get it @Lowes, no smell but NEVER a problem.

 

My Tundra has sat idle many times for multiple weeks and haven’t had an issue. Still stock battery too.

 

3-4 weeks should be no problem, 6 months and I would take measures to keep the battery charged.
If you really want to be safe go get you battery tested first to make sure it has plenty of life left, most auto parts stores will test it for free.

 

i'm probably on the extreme end of this. my truck sits outside and has panels on the roof. however, renogy has this which would do exactly what you need and i'm a huge renogy fan. their stuff just works and the service is good too.

https://www.renogy.com/10w-solar-battery-trickle-charger-maintainer/

you would to add some length to the cables and for that i would recommend building a custom cable at powerwerx. those guys are awesome too.

 

I put sticky paper around each wheel to help keep rodents out.

 

3-4 weeks should be fine for storing without battery issue, unless your battery is on its last leg.

 

Thanks for all the help! 34ford