AGM...
Submitted: Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 00:24
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just_cruizn
Just a quick question looking for a quick answer...
Looking at buying a trojan AGM batt to put in the back of wagon as a duel setup..
Been told they are safe and do not gas / and been told not to because they do gas.
anyone know the correct answer?
Reply By: Member - Jeff H (QLD) - Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 02:46
Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 02:46
yes/no.
(Sorry.Couldn't resist. I am So out of order: smack my wrist.)
Somebody sane, please help the gentleman. JH.
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Reply By: Member - Alastair D (NSW) - Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 06:40
Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 06:40
Cruizn,
They are 'safe'. Provided all is
well they do not gas and they won't leak as the acid is Absorbed into Glass Mat (hence AGM) plates. The gases are produced during charging - a necessary part of the process but they recombine in the plates and hence do not become free gas. Lots of peple use them inside without a problem. I did for a while but now have it under the bonnet.
cheers
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Reply By: disco1942 - Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 11:59
Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 11:59
If your gas installation has been done correctly, all possible leaking points should be shrouded and these shrouds vented to the outside air. If they are not done properly then you are in danger whether you have a battery there or not.
Check it out.
PeterD
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Follow Up By: just_cruizn - Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 13:48
Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 13:48
I dont have gas installed.. My car just runs on fuel (unleaded)
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Reply By: Gronk - Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 17:08
Sunday, Jan 14, 2007 at 17:08
Yep, safe as a bank !!! Just make sure you strap it down and bob's your uncle !!!
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