May 9, 2018 4:34 pm
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Corrosion in internal engine systems is most commonly caused by a buildup of contaminants inside the oil. While the oil itself does not go bad over time, poor filtration can cause these contaminants to slowly build up and require the oil to be changed. Therefore, limiting the presence of these contaminants, such as ash and water, can help reduce corrosion and extend the life of the oil in your engine. Here is some information from a battery store in Houston, TX about limiting those types of contaminants. Using Harvard™ brand filters to reduce corrosion, contaminants At Texford Battery Co., we... View Article
April 25, 2018 4:34 pm
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Contrary to popular belief, oil never actually “wears out.” When you change the oil in an engine, it’s not because the oil has become mechanically worse—it’s because of excess contamination that has built up inside the system. The oil itself still maintains all of its inherent properties, it just has extra carbon, dirt and other contaminants that have entered it and cannot easily be removed. The Center for Hazardous Materials Research at the University of Pittsburgh Applied Research Center has evaluated a variety of issues related to oil use over the years, including oil contamination. In a study about Harvard™... View Article
April 9, 2018 5:37 pm
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As part of your battery maintenance efforts, you should know how to check deep cycle battery water levels. Many battery banks need to be replaced earlier than the end of their expected lifespan simply because of poor maintenance. You should engage in regular maintenance of your batteries every three months or so, and as part of that should make it a point to check deep cycle battery water levels and maintain those levels appropriately. Here are some tips from our battery store in Houston, TX for better battery maintenance: Clean the battery: Before you engage in any further battery maintenance,... View Article
March 26, 2018 5:37 pm
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Occasionally we get calls from people who have recently installed new golf cart batteries in Houston, TX, but the new battery still isn’t working quite right. It’s natural to assume the problem is something other than the battery, but this isn’t necessarily the case. Most golf carts have series battery charging. This means that when you only replace one battery in the series, the new battery will have less resistance for charge than the older batteries do. As a result, the new battery will get overcharged to compensate for the weaknesses of the rest of the batteries. This will wear... View Article
March 14, 2018 7:31 am
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Like automobiles, forklifts get their power from batteries. When cared for and properly maintained, a forklift battery should have no problem lasting for several years. Below, a seasoned battery store in Houston, TX shares tips for forklift battery maintenance. Charge the battery While charging your forklift’s battery only when it’s convenient makes your life easier, you’ll soon run into issues that lead to unnecessary downtime or costly service needs. To properly maintain a forklift battery, plan on charging it at certain times and only to certain degrees. It’s recommended that you charge a forklift’s battery when it drops below a... View Article
