I have a 1968 Mustang Coupe with a 289-2bbl. The battery seems to be overcharging. I state that due to the fact I took her out for a ride yesterday and I took under the hood and saw battery acid coming from under the vent caps of the battery and onto my battery try. I clean up the mess and took the battery out. I have not look at it further as it was late last night. Does this sound like a voltage regulator problem? The battery is brand new as the alternator. I know that may not means those parts could not be bad but it is worth mentioning. Anyone have an idea or experience with this one?

Thanks,

68pony5

 

You guessed it. Your voltage regulator is not working.

 

Thanks Soaring. I only drove here once before I noticed the overflow of acid. In your opinion, should the battery be OK? Should I take it to be tested? Other than the acid, the vents have not popped up or no bulges/cracks in battery case.

68pony5

 

One more question that I always wondered. What is the difference between a voltage regulator that is rated for 55 amps, 60 amps, etc? If you havea 55amp alternator and have a 60 amp voltage regulator what be the outcome....a battery not charging completely??

Thanks,

68pony5

 

Take your car to a parts place and have them check your battery and your VR. They will be able to advise you re: which VR you need and if your battery is still good to go.

 

You say the battery is new,, it should be under warranty,, and usually its a no questions asked type thing with batteries,, at least at wal-mart it is.. So take it back and get a new one just to ease your mind.. Thats what I would do..