Although aluminum will work well as a battery tray stainless will last
much longer. Stainless is also considerably heavier. The aluminum as
opposed to a stainless tray weighs almost half as much. The acid in a
battery will eventually corrode the aluminum. It will leave a film which
is just corroded aluminum and will feel somewhat slimy when wet.
I think that they use aluminum tanker trucks to haul acid for two
reasons. Weight would be a major factor. Cost of production would also
be something for the truck manufacturer to consider.
Regardless of what type of tray you are using, keep it clean and keep
the slides or track free of grit and well lubricated. It will last
longer that way and look better too.
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Darren Paget
76 Experimental
Another Fab Day
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http://www.TZEplus.com
much longer. Stainless is also considerably heavier. The aluminum as
opposed to a stainless tray weighs almost half as much. The acid in a
battery will eventually corrode the aluminum. It will leave a film which
is just corroded aluminum and will feel somewhat slimy when wet.
I think that they use aluminum tanker trucks to haul acid for two
reasons. Weight would be a major factor. Cost of production would also
be something for the truck manufacturer to consider.
Regardless of what type of tray you are using, keep it clean and keep
the slides or track free of grit and well lubricated. It will last
longer that way and look better too.
- --
Darren Paget
76 Experimental
Another Fab Day
paget
http://www.TZEplus.com
