Battery "cleaning"??!!

[IMA SOL MAN]

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Picked up some silicone spray this morning,, wasn't expensive.
I'll try using it to clean battery contacts & as a lube, good to have around anyway.

Silicone is dielectric

product info: Keeps battery terminals and cases clean, minimizes corrosion,
prolongs battery life. A good electrical insulator that helps
prevent electrical losses. Works well to weather proof
ignition systems, plus insulators and distributor caps.
Improves radio reception, lubricates antennas,

FVP Silicone Lubricant Spray | Waterproofs, Lubricates, Stops Squeaks | Heavy Duty Silicone Spray

FVP Silicone Lubricant Spray is a thick viscosity, heavy duty silicone spray lubricant with no ozone depleting chlorinated solvents. It is perfect for metal to non-metal contact. Lubricates and prolongs the life of weather stripping on hoods, trunk lids, doors, and windows. Prevents squeaks...

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Noooooooooo! Insulator!

 

[orbital]

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Yep insulator, your right.
I'll just keep it anyway. Silicone doesn't wreck o-rings etc..

 

[LuxLuthor]

I start with Deoxit (if not also needed to remove gross amount of corrosion with sandpaper/emory board), and finish with Deoxit Gold