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Old 12-21-2020, 10:43 AM
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Can I use a non vented battery if it's the same dimensions and cca ?
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Old 12-21-2020, 10:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Rakkasan925
Can I use a non vented battery if it's the same dimensions and cca ?
No.
Your battery is mounted inside the interior of your car.
But then again what type/brand of battery are you going to use ?
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Old 12-21-2020, 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Cat Man HHR
No.
Your battery is mounted inside the interior of your car.
That's what I figured... thanks
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Old 12-21-2020, 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Cat Man HHR
No.
Your battery is mounted inside the interior of your car.
But then again what type/brand of battery are you going to use ?
I don't know...I was thinking a sealed battery ...HHR batteries are so expensive
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Batteries make hydrogen gas. In my inexpert opinion it would be difficult to accumulate a high enough concentration for an explosion, but if it happened it would be extremely dangerous. Use the correct battery and make sure the vent is correctly connected and unobstructed.
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Safety always or hospital hallways...thank you buddy
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Old 12-21-2020, 11:23 AM
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It's been said that an AGM battery does not need venting. Do your research.
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Originally Posted by PulpFriction
Batteries make hydrogen gas. In my inexpert opinion it would be difficult to accumulate a high enough concentration for an explosion, but if it happened it would be extremely dangerous. Use the correct battery and make sure the vent is correctly connected and unobstructed.
So why do you think batteries in cars have to be vented now ?
Way back when, early VW's had a non vented outside battery under the rear seat.
Did it go boom ? No. But not a great idea.
Neither was the optional gasoline heater for the car. Lol.
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My 1973 MGB GT had 2 6 bolt batteries underneath the little seat , never had a problem.
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Originally Posted by RJ_RS_SS_350
It's been said that an AGM battery does not need venting. Do your research.
thank you
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