Delco battery

[Johnny Horsepower]

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Last night I went to a local cruz with my 68 Camaro
Parked the car and lifted the hood and spent 3 hours at the show
I then closed the hood and then tried to started the car,
as soon as I turned the ignition key the battery exploded.It was witnessed by many people.The battery was about 1/12 years old.
It was properly installed, the alternator is charging properly.
I quickly opened the hood and doused the enjine compartment with water and Baking soda mix. I also took it to a spray car wash and pressure washed the area. There was no noticeable damage to the paint.
Whyle I was busy fixing the problem I had lots of help
form great car guys. One person drove me to his home lent me another battery and I got home no problem.
It just so happened that a GM rep was there and told me that GM was having a lot of problems with the Delco battery
and that they would be responsible for the damage.He gave me
a number to call to report this incidend.Have anybody else
had a problem with Delco car Batteries.
PJ

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At Vettefest, Darren and I were swapping out my modern Delco
battery for my R89 and noticed it was leaking. Darren helped me clean it up and after the show, I took it back to my neighbor's shop who had installed it. He had his guys remove it, neutralize the area, do a quicky repaint of the tray and replace the Delco.......for nothing.
I have a few others I need to keep an eye on...

John