I have a ’69 Camaro with a 454. I went to fill it with gas on its first run for the spring and drove it perhaps 20 miles. After stopping briefly, it would not restart. The engine sounded like it wanted to crank but turned over slowly. The battery tested 12.8 volts and its only
[portfolio_slideshow id=59301] Few of us give consideration to how and why battery mounting can be used as an advantage. We know that the majority of drag cars and many street/strip machines have batteries mounted out back, but there are some specific factors to think about. Directional Battery Mounting The direction a battery is mounted can
Q: My new battery disconnect switch has two large terminals, and two smaller terminals. How should I hook it up? A: The large terminals should be connected (in series) to positive battery cable. This will protect sensitive electronic equipment in the event of a ground failure. The smaller terminals are used to shut off power at the
Editor’s Note: This guest post is courtesy of the Car Care Council, which is dedicated to educating vehicle owners about the benefits of regular vehicle maintenance through its “Be Car Care Aware” program. A battery check today can keep the tow truck away, says the Car Care Council, as it advises vehicle owners to have their battery
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