What would cause a battery to become swollen in the middle (no offense meant to pregnant women or beer lovers)? I know that distorted lead plates caused this, but I need to know how to avoid a reoccurance with my new battery. There also was a jagged hole in the side of the plastic case, but I couldn't see the corner of a lead plate sticking out.
The previous (original) owner used to replace the battery every two years, while this one lasted for four years. I use the car only once a week, though.
I noticed that the paint was stripped below and around the battery when I bought the car, so I'm guessing that a previous battery leaked too.
In addition, the battery would always be wet on top. Am I adding too much distilled water?
Since it's winter and I use the car only once a week, can I keep my (just bought) battery trickle charger permanently connected? Do I have to leave the hood open as the instructions state?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
The previous (original) owner used to replace the battery every two years, while this one lasted for four years. I use the car only once a week, though.
I noticed that the paint was stripped below and around the battery when I bought the car, so I'm guessing that a previous battery leaked too.
In addition, the battery would always be wet on top. Am I adding too much distilled water?
Since it's winter and I use the car only once a week, can I keep my (just bought) battery trickle charger permanently connected? Do I have to leave the hood open as the instructions state?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.