Just to be clear, overcharging isn't 'boiling,' like boiling water. The
too-high charging voltage causes the sulfuric acid electrolyte to release
hydrogen gas; the bubbles are the result of a chemical reaction, not heat. I
don't remember the equation but, basically, you're releasing the H2 from H2SO4.
The SO4, 'sulfate,' will settle to the bottom of the battery and short out the
plates.
Bob
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Bob Spidell - San Jose, CA
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Thanks to all who replied!
It is always a learning experience for me when I deal with a new issue
with my Roadsters. (learning to be a petrol head one issue at at time.)
I didn't know it was the actual boiling of a battery that caused the
release of the dangerous gasses.
I was told some years ago that you have not had a complete day until you
have learned something new. Yesterday was a comlete day!
PEACE :-)
Tim
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