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Old 04-07-2015, 12:49 PM   #1
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Default 2015 259 BH Battery going Dead

I just purchased a 2015 Gulfstream Innsbruck 259BH and have been experiencing issues with my battery. It seems to go completely dead in a day or two even with nothing running (lights, fridge etc) Any suggestions would be greatly welcomed.

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Old 04-08-2015, 06:14 PM   #2
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Default Re: 2015 259 BH Battery going Dead

This is normal for most any trailer. There are parasitic loads - the LP gas detector, and other devices along those lines. Possible solutions:

1. Install a battery disconnect switch. This is the simplest and least expensive. Just remember to turn it back on before hitting the road (the breakaway switch uses the battery to activate the brakes).
2. Leave the trailer plugged in, even in storage. This isn't always practical.
3. Install a solar panel. The most expensive solution, but they're also useful if you dry camp (camp without hookups).
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Old 04-09-2015, 12:08 PM   #3
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Thank you for your input. I will look further into this.
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Old 04-28-2015, 11:36 AM   #4
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Well, I borrowed a battery tester from my neighbor and tested the battery. What I found was that the technician never tightened the terminals on the battery. They were finger tight at best! This concerns me since the same technician assembled and installed my hitch. After tightening the terminals everything checks out fine.
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Old 04-29-2015, 02:28 PM   #5
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For peace of mind, I would check to make sure all the hitch bolts are tight.

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Old 04-29-2015, 04:19 PM   #6
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Ron,
I was there when they assembled the hitch. I watched them tighten everything. Thanks for the advice.
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