Batteries explode usually because of lack of H2O. Turn the key to start and boooom. I've never had problems with Interstate batteries, providing I check the level. The CCAs of Interstate batteries were tested to be right on. Bill V. "I'd Rather Be Hiking The '82 CA Westy [FreeBird] Greater Yellowstone" "Famous Potatoes" > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf > Of Bill > Sent: Thursday, October 28, 1999 7:41 PM > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > Subject: Battery 82 Westy > > > My battery just exploded. Washed the well down with baking soda to > neutralize the acid. Anyone have a recommendation for a replacement, one > that does not explode, and fits within the tight space of the well. :-) > > Bill-->> > |
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