Soldato
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Hi there, I was unlucky enough to run out of charge on my battery yesterday which left me a bit stranded when I tried to start my car. Luckily I had my jumpleads so was able to get started again.
Problem is now, the battery doesn't seem able to hold a charge.
But, the electrics in this car haven't always been perfect. If left for more than a week or so the battery would slowly decharge.
I tested the battery before starting it just now, and it was on 12.3v. Which i think is classed as pretty much discharge. I tried to start it and it cranked once and then began clicking.
I then jumped it and it ran fine at a good 14v, then with all lights, heater, stereo etc on, it was still a very good 14v. So I guess that counts the alternator out.
So, I am I just in need of a new battery, or could it be the electrical gremlins affecting the battery?
Also, when I removed the battery if you moved it about you could hear the acid inside sloshing about, is that right? I've never had a battery do that I don't think.
Thanks for any help.
Problem is now, the battery doesn't seem able to hold a charge.
But, the electrics in this car haven't always been perfect. If left for more than a week or so the battery would slowly decharge.
I tested the battery before starting it just now, and it was on 12.3v. Which i think is classed as pretty much discharge. I tried to start it and it cranked once and then began clicking.
I then jumped it and it ran fine at a good 14v, then with all lights, heater, stereo etc on, it was still a very good 14v. So I guess that counts the alternator out.
So, I am I just in need of a new battery, or could it be the electrical gremlins affecting the battery?
Also, when I removed the battery if you moved it about you could hear the acid inside sloshing about, is that right? I've never had a battery do that I don't think.
Thanks for any help.
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