Re: Batteries for 1466

Posted by Randy-IA on December 11, 2005 at 12:17:53 from (207.177.83.80):

In Reply to: Batteries for 1466 posted by Yellott Canby on December 10, 2005 at 17:40:43:

My two cent's - I didn't notice anyone mention the most important item - fluid level . And use nothing but distilled water . Keep them full enough to have a dimple as you look in . Some have told me that just keeping the plates covered is ok , it's NOT . Just like keeping the bare minimum of oil in an engine , not a good idea . Batteries get hot when in use in the summer , especially at night with the lights on . The other thing I like to do is use welding cable for my battery cables . Tougher insulation , more flexable and less resistance due to finer wire but more expensive . Don't ever go smaller than 1 gauge , 1 ought or 2 ought is better . Don't know if I spelled that right but you get what I mean . Still use solder on ends and be careful if you've never done it . The first time I did it the solder exploded into my face . I wear glasses so none got in my eyes but it still hurt . Don't know why , might have had some moisture in the cable or something . I don't think there can be overkill when it comes to battery cables . Lot's of amps being pushed through those thing's the instant you hit the button . If you've ever seen a cable jump that's undersized you know what I mean . Take care ...Randy

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