Battery acid leaking
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Battery acid leaking
Has anyone had this problem before? I bought a used 2003 fatboy from my local Harley dealer and today after about 2 weeks of ownership I was messing around under the seat and noticed liquid on top and sides of the battery. I found the fuse block cover was melted and deteriorating as well as the wiring loom eaten through from the acid. I took the battery out to bring to the dealer and it turns out it was a Diehard. Anyways they are gonna take a look at the bike on Tuesday to make sure there was no more damage. Anyone else have this problem? I did end up purchasing a new Harley battery today in the meantime.
Last edited by Brad2064; Sep 4, 2010 at 11:06 PM.
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From: Delaware, OH
Sounds like someone used a cheap, flooded lead-acid battery instead of an Absorbed Glass Mat. I would hope that the dealer would fix it, since they should have spotted the cheap-*** battery when they checked it (if they even did.) I only hope they won't hold you to the "No warranty, as is" condition.
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Unfortunate for you but the dealership will probably not buying a replacement battery... Unless the battery has "failed" or unless there is a problem with the bikes charging system.
In the past, I had a Sportster that developed a leaking "Harley Brand Battery" but the dealership will not support a leaking battery... Nature of the beast like a flat tire, broken belt etc.
In the past, I had a Sportster that developed a leaking "Harley Brand Battery" but the dealership will not support a leaking battery... Nature of the beast like a flat tire, broken belt etc.
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i am sure the dealership has enough markup to get you fixed and at least half price. it does not hurt to ask. let us know
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Battery
Albreave is correct. A liquid battery is not a substitute for a jell battery in a Softail. There is really no way to run the vent hose required for this battery plus it is in there on an angle already and not a good setup for a liquid battery or one not designed for it.