How do I keep my marine battery terminals from corroding?

One of the best ways to keep your boat’s marine battery free of corrosion is to make sure it is cleaned frequently and thoroughly. A thorough battery cleaning should involve cleaning the battery terminals, which you can do by disconnecting the terminals and cleaning with a solution made out of water and baking soda.

Do I need battery terminal protectors?

While battery terminal covers aren’t strictly necessary, many new vehicles use them to prevent short-circuiting or arcing against the car body. Battery terminal covers can be plastic, rubber or any kind of synthetic polymer that can seal the terminals against water and incidental electrical contact.

What can you put on battery terminals to prevent corrosion?

Apply battery-terminal grease to the terminals to help prevent corrosion. It’s available at any auto parts store and usually comes in a little ketchup-like packet. Another great option is AMSOIL Heavy-Duty Metal Protector. It creates a protective coating on terminals that wards off corrosion.

Should you put anything on battery terminals to prevent corrosion?

Some mechanics recommend applying a no-corrode gel to each terminal, which also helps improve the conductivity between the clamp and the battery. You can also install battery terminal protectors over each post, which further reduces the chances of future corrosion. Simple petroleum jelly will also work in a pinch.

Are there any anti corrosion battery terminal protectors?

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What to use to clean marine battery terminals?

Here you go. Clean your terminals, place a washer on each post, tighten, and spray with the CRC marine battery terminal protector.

What’s the best way to protect battery terminals?

Another great option is AMSOIL Heavy-Duty Metal Protector. It creates a protective coating on terminals that wards off corrosion. Plus, you can use it as a vehicle undercoating to guard against rust.

What kind of grease to use on battery terminals?

Battery-terminal grease can be applied to the terminals to help prevent corrosion. It’s available at any auto parts store and usually comes in a little ketchup-like packet. Another great option is AMSOIL Heavy-Duty Metal Protector. It creates a protective coating on terminals that wards off corrosion.