Guys - just as an FYI - I tried to purchase the 25ft. extension lead from Deltran, but they were out of stock. The price is $11.95 usd - I was not able to make one for close to that cost, so unless you really need something longer (and thinking about it, even if you need something longer, buy the 25ft and extend it), the one from the Deltran is the best deal. (SAE2 connector pairs are sold at WalMart in the fishing section near the trolling motor kit - go figure - for $8.00 usd )
I've got the tender mounted to a switched outlet on the shop wall, and I plan on running my extension lead in through the hood gap in the front to the connector clipped above the strut; I'm not sure if my extension is long enough for me to go in from the windshield drain slot, although I think I'm going to give that a try...
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etyu, all I can say is that I think your engine compartment is cleaner than my kitchen!?!