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jmowreader

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10. We know it's going to need a new battery...

Sat Jun 14, 2014, 08:44 PM

Jun 2014

the question is why. My guess is you're overcharging, which means the voltage regulator has gone out. This'll create pressure inside the battery that has to go somewhere, like out the seal around the positive post. And these days, regulators are internal to the alternator.

Alternators are REAL easy to get out - unhook the battery first, then remove the two wires coming off the alternator, loosen the top bolt, swing the alternator over so you can remove the belt, then remove both bolts and lift out the alternator. Installation is the reverse of removal. Carry the alternator to the nearest auto parts place and have it tested; if the VR has gone out, buy a rebuilt alternator and install it.

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OK all of you car guys/gals out there, I have a question... [View all] madmom Jun 2014 OP

Sounds like it's either overcharging or the seal around the post is leaking. yourout Jun 2014 #1

Needs new battery? Not a car person. roody Jun 2014 #2

Sounds like a faulty battery. A new battery should resolve the issue. nt ChisolmTrailDem Jun 2014 #3

is there any leakage at the top of the battery? ProdigalJunkMail Jun 2014 #4

That corrosion is from acidic gasses... TreasonousBastard Jun 2014 #5

Yep, replace the battery packman Jun 2014 #6

its probably a weak connection Mosby Jun 2014 #7

Baking soda and Vaseline. flvegan Jun 2014 #8

Continual corrosion on the +post would indicate the need for a new battery TexasProgresive Jun 2014 #9

We know it's going to need a new battery... jmowreader Jun 2014 #10