Ellis Gibson (B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering)

If your battery is running low and you’re looking for a way to give it a boost, you may be considering wiring an alternator to charge the battery. This can be a great way to get your battery back up and running, but it’s important to know a few things before you get started. In … Read more

You may be tempted to test your alternator by disconnecting the negative battery cable, but this is not a good idea. A good alternator may indeed keep the engine running without the negative cable, but this was never a good test. In the pre-computer days, you could pull it off without damaging anything, but today … Read more

If you have an alkaline battery that has leaked, vinegar and lemon juice can neutralize the acid. Simply mix the two together and use a cotton swab to apply it to the battery and/or spill. You can also use a toothbrush to clean the spill if you are trying to avoid damaging delicate internal workings. … Read more

If you’re like me, you’ve been caught in the rain with a dead car battery. It’s the worst. You’re stranded, and you have to call a tow truck. But it doesn’t have to be this way! If you have a battery tender, you can keep your battery charged and avoid this whole situation. Here’s how … Read more

Dealing with a car battery can be frustrating, especially when it seems like you can never get the darn thing reconnected. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this article, we’ll walk you through the proper order for connecting and disconnecting a car battery. We’ll also give you some tips on how to make … Read more

If you’re like me, you probably have a few devices around your home that are starting to show signs of corrosion on the battery. While this can be frustrating, there are a few things you can do to clean it up and prolong the life of your devices. White vinegar or lemon juice are both … Read more

If you’re wondering how to tell if a deep cycle battery is bad, there are a few things you can look for. First, if the battery holds under load for a few seconds then voltage starts to steadily drop, this would indicate a problem with the battery. Secondly, if the voltage instantly drops to 0 … Read more

If your car battery has died, you may be wondering how to replace the battery terminal clamp. This is a relatively easy process, but it is important to follow the instructions carefully to avoid damaging the battery or the car. In this article, we will walk you through the process of replacing a battery terminal … Read more

If your car battery dies overnight, or even within a few hours after you turn off your car, you may have a parasitic battery drain. A parasitic battery drain is when your car’s battery is being drained by something that is drawing power even when your car is turned off. In this article, we will … Read more