Date:         Tue, 22 Aug 2000 05:23:20 -0700
Reply-To:     Richard Ferguson <fergusrh@yahoo.com>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Richard Ferguson <fergusrh@yahoo.com>
Subject:      Sealed Battery
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Hi Volks,
I have been concerned lately with my battery situation after reading
responses to previous postings here on the list. My concern starts with
the fact that the PO cut off the top of the battery compartment and cut
the front to bend down the metal to install a previous battery. All
that is covering the top of the battery behind the passenger seat is
the flap of carpet. Also, I have noticed hot air coming from this area
when driving...must be traveling up the venting tube. I have discovered
that the battery I currently have is a sealed battery...does this
alleviate my need for concern? Does this mean that no harmful emissions
should be venting into the van? The guy at the battery store said that
I would be able to smell battery acid if this were the case.
Thanks Again for any helpful advice,
Rick
85 Westie

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