<VV> Battery Post Corrosion

[Mikeamauro at aol.com]

My apologies for posting this, originally,  without a proper subject; I was 
having a senior moment.  
 
Grant said: 
"... While the battery in question is not in a Corvair,  others might have 
the same problem. In spite of everything I have done - new  battery, new cables, 
new correct terminals - I have a battery in my F'93  ord Exploder that 
insists on  having it's positive terminal produce  corrosion. I have been able to 
control it  somewhat with the red protective  spray, but it still sneaks back. I 
have six  other vehicles and have not  had to use the spray and have not had 
the same  problem with them. Any tips  as to what else might be going on in 
this vehicle?  Thanks,  Grant..."

And I responded: Hi Grant... the problem is likely  being caused by 
electrolyte seeping up around the post. Not aware of a  proven retrofit  sealant, but 
there may be one. Perhaps try a layer of  Vaseline around the post  where it 
meets the top of  case.
 
Just added: Grant says he even  tried a new battery, but the major cause of 
post corrosion is acid seepage and  it may be the issue, here, too.

Mike Mauro  

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