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What causes batt post build up like this? (see pic) 200 1980

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posted by  matt b on  Tue Dec 2 11:44 CST 2008
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Just pull the cables, clean thoroughly with brush. I've heard Coca Cola is good too. Maybe replace the terminals or wires if it looks like the corrosion has gone into the wire itself... but if the car has been starting and seeming fine electrically, it's fine. You can get them anti battery terminal corrosion felt thingies at the parts stores (ask for that product exactly.. 'anti battery terminal corrosion felt thingies')... that might help.

You'll probably get better advice ffrom someone else.. I'm of the 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it' ilk... but definitely do clean things up. Watch your clothing.. any of that stuff gets on your clothes will turn into holes. Don't rub your eyes with that on your hands.. all that safety stuff. It's nasty.



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