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Old 05-22-2011, 02:21 pm   #1
 
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Question Disconnected battery life ?
I might have to have an medical operation with a long recoverey and I'm wondering about instead of using a battery float charger, just disconnecting the battery. Is there any harm in disconnecting the battery for four or five months? I have a 2003 Corvette coupe.
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No harm at all.

Best of luck and best wishes for your health concerns.

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In Canada, our Winters are at least that long. I disconnect the ground cable, fully charge the battery, and let it sit until Spring, when I charge it once again, connect the ground cable, and enjoy the toy until next Winter.
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In Canada, our Winters are at least that long. I disconnect the ground cable, fully charge the battery, and let it sit until Spring, when I charge it once again, connect the ground cable, and enjoy the toy until next Winter.
Just as GM recommends .Your doin' it right .
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