Battery charger recommendations

[Ghurst]

I got a new to me 21 f150 king ranch with the 3.5 eb. I guess I need to charge the battery but my old charger isn’t compatible with the AGM batteries. Any recommendations on which charger to purchase or ones to stay away from?
Thanks

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[Probity]

I got a new to me 21 f150 king ranch with the 3.5 eb. I guess I need to charge the battery but my old charger isn’t compatible with the AGM batteries. Any recommendations on which charger to purchase or ones to stay away from?
Thanks

I've only used relatively low amperage (less than 5 amps) "maintainers" that say they're OK for AGM batteries.

Victron's get high marks from users, don't know how good the Bluetooth function is. For AGM's, recommended normal mode (14.7V) for charging.

Amazon.com: Victron Energy Blue Smart IP65 12-Volt 5 amp Battery Charger (Bluetooth) : Automotive

Lots of folks use NOCO, a variety of models out there.

I currently use a fairly cheap Battery Tender Plus 1.25 amp maintainer, no issues yet in last year or so.

Amazon.com: Battery Tender Plus 12V Battery Charger and Maintainer: 1.25 AMP Powersport Battery Charger and Maintainer for Motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs - Smart 12 Volt Automatic Float Charger - 021-0128 : Automotive

 

[bsmit24]

I bought this one based on everything ive seen in these and other F150 forums. Its been great. I believe its helped with my OTAs, by raising the SOC...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ESQW08/

 

[Ghurst]

I bought this one based on everything ive seen in these and other F150 forums. Its been great. I believe its helped with my OTAs, by raising the SOC...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007ESQW08/

Im hoping for the same results! I’ll probably be replacing the battery very soon, but want to make sure the new battery is fully charged before I reset the BSM. I’ve read on here that’s the way to do it.

 

[Kanuck]

I use a Noco Genius 5. No matter what one you get, Do not connect it to the negative battery post. It gets connected in such away that the little black sensor is between the connection point and the negative battery post. This is so the truck knows what is happening to the battery. It's all part of Ford's charging logic.

 

[Kanuck]

Im hoping for the same results! I’ll probably be replacing the battery very soon, but want to make sure the new battery is fully charged before I reset the BSM. I’ve read on here that’s the way to do it.

Key on engine off
Wait till battery light stops flashing
Flash brights 5 times
Hit brake pedal 3 times
Battery light should flash 3 times
Done.

Should only do this when installing a new battery. Reason is, this also resets the in service clock which changes the charging strategies.

 

[PB2021]

I recommend the NOCO Genius 10. Works great as a charger, tender, and recovery/repair unit. Generally it’s just used for maintaining the truck but when my snow blower battery died the repair mode brought it right back. Also charges our camper battery quickly if it gets down.

 

[LouDog]

I recommend the NOCO Genius 10. Works great as a charger, tender, and recovery/repair unit. Generally it’s just used for maintaining the truck but when my snow blower battery died the repair mode brought it right back. Also charges our camper battery quickly if it gets down.

Agreed. Noco genius 10 is great. I was concerned that the supply mode would not be enough for FDRS programming because its only 10amps, but it worked like a champ even through a marathon 6+ hour update for the IPC.

 

[Ghurst]

Agreed. Noco genius 10 is great. I was concerned that the supply mode would not be enough for FDRS programming because its only 10amps, but it worked like a champ even through a marathon 6+ hour update for the IPC.

I do have several updates to do ( once I work up the courage!! Lol

 

[ks54703]

Carry the Duracell DRMC4a for all uses.

Have lithium in the UTV and fishing equipment such as locators ect.

Weather proof and fool proof when lending out to others in need.

https://www.amazon.com/Duracell-DRM...MIo42uu8bOhAMVwk9HAR0BAweBEAQYASABEgIczPD_BwE

 

[MetalCord]

I'll echo the recommendation for the NOCO Genius5. Although it appears the NOCO Genius line in general is very good.

 

[cheesedogf150]

I’m using the Noco g3500. Solid.
keeps moving from vehicle to vehicle

 

[Wvmtneer]

Another satisfied noco genius 10 customer for my powerboost.

 

[Cobraman428]

I got one of these and it works great for both my AGM and old lead battery for my classic car.

NEXPEAK 10-Amp Smart Fully Automatic Battery Charger, 12V and 24V, Maintainer Trickle Charger w/Temperature Compensation for Car Truck Motorcycle Lawn Mower Boat Marine Lead Acid Batteries

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B094VQ88X2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Mszczewski]

+1 to my NOCO Gen Pro 10.

Details of my install here:
https://www.f150gen14.com/forum/threads/battery-tender.11792/post-263506

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