What is this brown residue on top of the screws on the battery of my galant
00?
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20 years ago
What is this brown residue on battery? (w pic)
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20 years ago
Rust...and yes, clean it or replace the clamp.
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20 years ago
remove the rust and repaint it with some rustolium type paint
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20 years ago
As others mention, looks like rust. Remove and clean with wire brush/baking soda-water. Repaint black, or check the local parts house for acid resistant battery tray coating.
BTW, the felt rings go UNDER the battery cable clamps...they prevent acid from reaching the clamps, causing corrosion.
Gerard Galant 99
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20 years ago
Thanks guys! i just got this car 2 weeks ago. ill clean it tomorrow.