Graham Sewell Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I have a new dry Banner battery on its way complete with "acid pack" which I assume to mean a bottle with at least 1.6l of sulphuric acid. What are sensible precautions to take when trying to fill the battery - any tips on not splashing me or the work surfaces? My first thoughts were to do in the kitchen sink so that (if bad thngs happen) there is plenty of water to rinse down with. Are latex gloves sufficient - double wrap? Or do I need something a little stronger? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Auton Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I would have thought it would be best doing this job in a well ventilated area and don't get the shakes Make sure you protect your eyes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Sewell Posted March 8, 2011 Author Share Posted March 8, 2011 Jerry, Good point, I forgot about safety specs - I have some but seldom wear them as I have to wear glasses normally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinP Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Dozy old f@rt mode going back to school days, I seem to recall dire warnings about not mixing water with concentrated sulphuric acid. If you need to do it then always add acid to the water otherwise it is likely to go off in your face. I would assume however, like Graham, that what will be supplied will not need mixing with water and will be at the right concentration for the job. Might be worth having a look at the precautions here (with apologies for the spelling ). Presumably, being dangerous stuff, it will come with its own safety advice anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheds Moderator Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 It should come with full instructions. Battery acid isn't that concentrated which is good news as diluting it can be exciting. You need rubber gloves (Marigolds are fine), eye protection is obligatory and I don't just mean your specs, and a set of overalls. I would do it outside with a bucket of water to hand, that's enough. It's not THAT dangerous an operation. Pour it in, replace the plugs, wipe it down with a rag. Dump the rag in the water which you haven't needed because you are sensible, then rinse the Marigolds. Clean up and stick the thing in the car. Sneak the Marigolds back under the sink when you get a chance, the overalls will be fine for another day unless they are covered in acid, in which case if you don't wash them they will be in holes. Have a celebratory cup of tea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin J Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 I spoke with caterham parts today & the guy confirmed that there dry charged banner batteries are sold ready filled. They are delivered to them dry. I also reserved a new windscreen. edit to say that the chap at caterham parts said they are ready filled if you go to Dartford & collect. Edited by - Martin Jeffrey on 10 Mar 2011 21:12:44 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Sewell Posted March 10, 2011 Author Share Posted March 10, 2011 I wonder which courier company thay use as most will not touch an unsealed lead-acid battery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve-B Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 I wonder where to get the acid near High Wycombe as Caterham sent me battery dry with no acid. Need to get new battery into car -- anyone know where I can get it filled in High Wycombe/Maidenhead areas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul McKenzie Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 If you want the battery and the acid at a good price, buy from here Pour the acid into a lipped beaker (milk jug ) to make it easier to fill the cells, wear disposable gloves and eye protection and you'll be fine. Can't see why anyone would supply without the acid . These are properly packaged and sent via a proper courier Edited by - Paul McKenzie on 10 Mar 2011 20:23:48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheds Moderator Posted March 10, 2011 Share Posted March 10, 2011 Any car servicing garage will have battery acid, in High W or anywhere else. I think I paid £5 to have mine filled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andymal Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 I buy battery acid from the bike autojumble at Kempton racecourse. Every couple of years I drain the battery, flush it out and refill with the new acid. The Banner is now seven years old and still fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robn Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Sorry to hijack the thread, how much are you paying for your banner? Caterham undoubtedly have added their mark up any suggestions? regards Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6speedmanual Posted March 14, 2011 Share Posted March 14, 2011 Shouldn't be much more than £65inc vat. Eg Bedford Batteries in MK. Ruxley Auto Centre offered me one and took my money for £53 inc vat AND delivery but then refunded be cos they had run out of stock. May be worth a try if they've restocked. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stationary M25 Traveller Posted March 15, 2011 Share Posted March 15, 2011 Or ... do a search in Tech Talk recently, and find details of sealed (i.e. no acid needed, ever) batteries that are smaller and lighter, for a lot less money ... delivered to your door !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graham Sewell Posted March 15, 2011 Author Share Posted March 15, 2011 I tried Ruxley as well, but ended up trying to phone the order through as it would not allow a change of delivery address when it was accepting payment. At that point, I was told that they were out of stock. So, I bought mine from Ebay for £59 plus shipping. That included 2l of acid pack and delivery was 3-4 days. btw, filling the battery was a lot simpler than I thought it would be, but then still required about 4 hours on a charger to get it working. Edited by - Graham Sewell on 15 Mar 2011 08:42:04 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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