dr_mat 0 Posted April 11, 2006 I assume at this point that given that you're now wrestling with the battery fixings, you've ascertained that the old battery is toast? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonrb 0 Posted April 11, 2006 I assume at this point that given that you're now wrestling with the battery fixings, you've ascertained that the old battery is toast? :lol: you could say that. :) I don't actually own a blowtorch, so I popped down to Farnborough B&Q and picked up the cheapest one they had, which was a modest £10.99 and also a bolt that 'looked right'. I tried the seized bolt again before using the blowtorch, just in case the Penetrating Spray had done its work, but still seized solid. The blowtorch was a bit of an arse to light and stay lit, but I managed to get about 5 secs on the bolt head before flame-out, but thought I'd give it a go and bugger me it turned immediately. And the fact that I had in fact chosen an almost perfect replacement bolt was a bonus too. It's only zinc-plated but should do until I source a stainless. Connected the new battery up, turned the key in the ignition, and the car sprang to life. How stupid do I feel now? :oops: :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted April 11, 2006 Wow - well for the first time ever I was first in with the reply AND correct.. hows about that! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonrb 0 Posted April 11, 2006 Wow - well for the first time ever I was first in with the reply AND correct.. hows about that! :thumb right: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
