Re: Flat battery

Posted by DJ.Voyce on October 07, 1997 at 10:48:50

In Reply to: Flat battery
posted by Murray Le Breton on October 07, 1997 at 06:52:14

: Having recently purchased a 1928 roadster and very proud of
: it I wonder if anyone could tell me if it is possible to
: jump start it with a 12 volt battery with out doing any
: damage to the electrics and if it is what is the best way
: togo about it.thanks Murray
G'Day Murray,
I agree with Bob's reply & feel you shouldn't really push 12 volts into a 6 volt system, so disconnecting the starter cable is a good idea. The maximum charge voltage for a 6 volt battery should not go above +/- 7.2volts over an extended period, otherwise you'll risk damaging the lead plates inside the battery which would then make it perfect for making fishing sinkers out of or using as an anchor.
My question is why did the battery go flat in the first place & is it likely to be a recurring problem?, in which case a whole new bunch of answers will be required.
Regardz
DJ.
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