Have followed your video to the letter, after the failure of a ride on mower battery, and can report that it is now working perfectly. If I could I would buy you a beer and say thank you personally Many thanks

@rgwf1908

3 жыл бұрын

The right thing to do is to like the video and subscribe to his channel. This helps them get paid eventually. People make millions off these videos after being monetized. I can only imagine.

I had got a booster jump pack that had broken so I took the battery to find out it was completely dead. I found your video and was blown away. I didn't have any distilled water but by the grace of God it is raining here in Pennsylvania so I went out and got a cup of rain water and followed your instructions. I could not believe it worked. This battery sat after taking it out of the pack for about 2 yrs. Now it's taking a charge. Unbelievable!!!! Thank you so much!!!!

@Oneklickmedia

Жыл бұрын

Mmm I have one of those from harbors freight and after first jump battery is completely gone. Mean it charge but deplete rights away. Was that the same issue? Cause I’m thinking of doing this to that jump start battery pack now lol

@allenrussell6135

2 ай бұрын

​@@Oneklickmediathat's the problem this should fix. You could also buy battery acid at a local parts store for 10 bucks and carefully drain the old acid (there won't be much) then top them off with the new. In my opinion the acid is a better option but I'm far from an expert.

Of the many videos watched, this one logically explains how to safely revive, and *HOW/WHY* it works. Brilliant. Simple and methodic. 👏🏻💛

Bought an electric scooter with very bad batteries and has just been collecting dust for the past 2 years....thank you so much for sharing this.

I was actually looking for a way to revive my old batteries awhile back and now I came across your video. Awesome explanation on what to do my friend. Thanks for sharing.

After watching this a I took to fixing six 12V SLA batteries and have restored them and tested them for 12months and they are perfect. Thanks for posting.

Thanks for sharing buddy... I'm a electrician have been in the trade for over 24 years and you did a good job explaining to the masses ... thanks

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that very much, there's nothing like a little pat on the back 👍👍👍

@cystish

Жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave Appreciate for the video I want to ask if using Purified water not distilled will cause any problem? I used it to fill the battery thinking it's the same as distilled 😭

@oraclescave

Жыл бұрын

@Rofl it's not the best for the battery but it will still work, leave the cells open while charging back up so it can vent any bubbles. 👍👍👍

@cystish

Жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave thank you very much

Went through the procedure with two sla batteries today. They showed 12.5v before topping up. Both took quite a lot of water. I've got them on the trickle charger now and will put them to work in a day or two. Really appreciate your clear, straightforward demo - thanks!

@RogerPack

9 ай бұрын

How'd it do? :)

@markhull9156

9 ай бұрын

It's been a while now, but as I recall it didn't work for me.@@RogerPack

What a lifesaver!!!! Should have watched this before ordering new ones. 15 minutes was definitely worth 150$. You my friend are the best.

Thank you... i was 1 click away from buying a new one. Couldnt get charged. i used a second battery for 30 minutes to get the faulty back to 11v and now the charger is working. You saved me 70 euro.

I am so grateful and fortunate I came across your video. There are other people that wont pass on the same information without some kind of monetary reward as such. Thank you

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

No worries at all, I have loads of big money saving videos that help people keep that cash in their pocket, from changing car brakes, to rebuilding motorbike engines and lots of other things. I like helping people, but I slso like it when people come back and let me know it helped, so thank you very much Dontae, people like you is what makes a day go good. Much appreciated buddy 👍👍👍

@rapitup.catering6397

3 жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave , Thankyou. I will certainly try this . I have a 8.25kva generator, that battery has died and I have looked all over the internet for a new one and couldn't, so i will give this a go. Let you know how it goes, Cheers. Lina

OC. It worked like a charm. Once I got to the cell openings and started to inject the distilled water, I realized just how "thirsty" they were. Note to all: use the syringe. If you don't, it will take a long time to fill the cells because you will be constantly waiting for air bubbles to burp. I attached a wall wart with 14 volts, 800mAmps. At first (I put it through an ammeter) there was very little (current) draw. Then it picked up. It was a few hours but my battery was not used a lot, just old. It really took off and got to the point where my (not so smart) battery charger started to give the yellow LED. (Fast charge). Power Sonic wall wart style. I am letting it "rest". I am confident it will come back full force within a day. Thank You for your video.

I'm so happy for this video. I left my kids ride along uncharged through the winter.

Thank you so much! I was able to revive a (fairly new) 6v Lead Acid Battery for my grandson's ride on car. They just don't make things like they used to!

Great presentation my friend. This is going to help me revive a number of scooter and UPS batteries. I did not know they were serviceable.

First off, I could listen to you talk every night what a fantastic accent! I am in the USA, good ol' Alabama so I don't get to hear too many guys like you. Ok, now this method does seem too good to be true, I am hoping for the best! A neighbor threw out a new scooter I just can't pass that up so I'm hoping I can recondition the batteries. Thanks for the info!

I've been using this style batter 3 for about 20 years. Sent more than I can count off for recycling. I never realized how easy they would be to open up.

I play bass on the street and used YUASA 12v SLA batteries for years. Use to be (back in 2001-2003) at Maplins would cost 25 quid brand new. However, behind the Preston Road branch in Brighton there is a scrap yard. Now they had a massive collection of old SLA batteries that were used as backup power for fire and security alarms (like for banks) that were still perfect and sold for 50p. It was stipulated in the insurance that they had to be replaced every 5 years even if they were never used. This was great, I didn't even need to buy a charger. I used them to power a 25 watt car amp, had a guitar fx (Zoom GFX 707) as a pre-amp and just a speaker box. The Zoom pedal runs on 4 AAs. Thanks for the vid, never thought of opening one, I thought there might be some very dangerous caustic crap in there. Anyway, try a scrap yard if your looking for a simpler solution.

Thank you Sir , you help me to save two almost new batteries I was ready to trash them , did every thing like you show and worked just fine . Excellent video . Again thanks a lot

Thanks, i will try this over the weekend when i have time. I have a few dead sealed batteries i would like to try and revive. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.

I worked in Gallaghers Service department for 12 years from 1978 - we used similar batteries (completely closed) on solar units. These batteries would go high resistance so could not be charged by normal means... what we did was have a 2uF or 4uf 250VAC capacitor in series with mains, my case 250 VAC onto the battery - even a couple of hours would bring them back.

I can't believe how much water my battery took. Wow...before it was always showing a full charge....now it's taking time to charge. thanks for this

Thank you for this awesome video I was able to revive my batteries in my wife's scooter! Great job explaining it all everything was just as you explained.

Amazing Howto Video from you, ! Great walk through, in one word: quality content 💯. While watching I worked on my dead 12V Lead Battery, it's now charging. Thanks Oracle's Cave for sharing your knowledge 🙏

@Reshundafloyd

Жыл бұрын

I got my son of Maserati Power Wheel it cuts on but he can't drive it and the sounds not playing could you help me?

@Reshundafloyd

Жыл бұрын

We had it since march of 2021

Thank you again! My battery was only one year old and failed in my Harbor Freight battery jumper, so I took it apart and did everything your showed. The battery went from 11.4 in 24 hours to a 12.6. My battery jumper is now like new! Thank you, thank you!!

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent Joel, I'm glad you managed to save it, and I really appreciate you coming back to let me know. 👍👍👍

@ronaldforrest9798

2 жыл бұрын

What about batteries that have the connection at the bottom of the battery by the little copper tabs

@country26074

2 жыл бұрын

@@ronaldforrest9798 0

Excellent video. So very well explained. I have a salvaged 6 v battery that I cannot charge past 3 v. I just popped the top cover and saw 3 caps. They are depressed as well. I will try your method. Learned something very useful. Thank you very much and have fun.

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for leaving your comment Daniel, very much appreciated Dude. 👍👍👍

I'm reviving the batt out an old portable car charger and EVERYTHING you've said was spot on down to the dimples in the rubber caps! Got it on a 2 amp trickle charge now (for probably over night). Hope it works.

@rcaddict3815

Жыл бұрын

How'd it work I'm doing the same thing

@T_bone

10 ай бұрын

Did it work?

Spot on! Liked and subscribed . Just done jumper pack part .now my charger recognised the battery (mums mobility scooter) so have 2 to do!. Had a can of IRN BRU whilst doing too! (Seriously haven’t had one for yrs. mum still stocking my childhood classic!). Cheers again

I just payed 40 notes for a pair of 6v batterys for my kids ride on limo jeep. This is the second lot I have bought, as my wee lassie leaves her car & had not used it for a few months. But I did just bin the old ones, but I think I will be digging them out my bin. Lol. As its always handy to have a spair set. Also have to say, I watched this video, & you sound so much like the legendary Rally driver Colin McRae 😁 liked this video, my fellow Scotts Man, I'm a Glasgow Boy ✌

@oraclescave

4 жыл бұрын

Yes these batteries can cost a fortune but go bad very quick if you overcharge or abandon them for too long. They are very easy to get working again. I'm no relation to the rally driver, but can often be seen driving around the town pretending to be him lol 👍👍👍

I just received 2 of these, old lead acid batteries, along with some OLD Ham Radio gear. I didn't know you could open & service them, like a larger 12V battery. Thanks, for the info., as it will come in handy real soon.

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Chris, and thanks for commenting to let me know, I appreciate that very much. 👍👍👍

Great video good Sir! I learned quite a bit. Thank you for taking the time.

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome FUERZA. And thank you very much for taking the time to comment. Much appreciated 👍👍👍

Hey - this is just great 15:45 . I run my sound system on 1/2 doz 6V SLAs and didn’t realise they could be revived like this. Thanks a lot mate.

Very good video. No bullshit just common sense. Well done !

Thanks for taking the time to make and share this. The only advice I would recommend to people who try this is to put on some rubber gloves as well as eye protection. Cheers

Many thanks! I have a few batts I'll be trying this on later this week! Cheers!!

No idea how and why this video popped up but the Timing was PERRRRFFFECT 👍

@TacticalBuffoonary

3 жыл бұрын

It popped up because your phone is always listening and you must have said something about charging dead batteries.

I couldn’t stop thinking I was watching Daniel sloss. Lol great video I will have to try this if the batteries like yours are still here. Take care

cheers for the info, I followed your advice, dead battery came back to life

Awesome vid. Think of all the batteries you're saving from going to the dump by posting this... good on ya, sir.

Thanks for the video, exactly what I needed to see on my first hit!

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Jim 👍👍👍

Awesome video great info this has saved me from buying new batteries for my mom's electric scooter. Thank you so much.

Thanks for the information. I was in the process of doing 3 AGM's myself and figured maybe they couldn't be charged. I just did not realize the cells could be drier than I than I expected. I will go back and reopen them apply more water. Thanks again

Excellent description on how to revive a dodgy battery 👌

I have 2 dead new batteries. I promise to never let them get low again. I still have fluid in the cells and I will check again. The first battery is charging. It went from 6.2 to 11.something in 30 minutes. The smart charger is charging it. Working on the 2nd battery and I’m positive it will be able to charge as well. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!

Was given two power wheels with 3 dead batteries that has been sitting for a couple years, will definitely try this.

This actually worked, took a few tries to get the water to soak down into the battery holes but after i filled em i shook it and i could hear the water inside. We had 2 of them that we were about to throw away and get a new one and now they both work again. Its hard to say how well they work compared to new but they work way longer then they were. The kids thought we bought new batteries

Fantastic Advice, Thank you.

@oraclescave

4 жыл бұрын

No problem Mick, I'm glad it helped you. 👍👍👍

Trying this too. Some are easier to open than others one I opened was very low on water. Trying this even though I ordered a new battery. I can always use a spare around my shop.

Good to the point video. I'll be doing this tonight.

Pretty cool! I’ve been throwing those batteries away. Now, I will try this.

Very good video 👍🏼 I have used distilled water from dehumidifiers

Seems like pretty simple wow great job I will try it

Thankyou so much. Saved me a small fortune. 😌

As a Postie, I have come into possession of three scooters from customers ;-) with battery issues, and a 5 million candle torch. All of the batteries need attention, and I'm hoping to use this information to get life into the batteries. Thank you.

@oraclescave

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Brian, let us know how you get on, I bet you fix more than 50% of them if not 100% of them. Remember to wear glasses, sunglasses anything that will protect your eyes from splashes, squeezing your eyes half shut is not good enough. 👍👍👍

@Hackbridge1963

4 жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave thank you for taking the time to reply. Hope all is well with you and your family.

@pauliej4208

2 жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave What's that you say? Safety squints aren't sufficiently effective? I believe AVE would argue otherwise. And he can still see!

I'll stick with my dumb charger. It never complains. Thanks for the heads up on how finicky smart chargers are.

@tsamuel6224

3 жыл бұрын

When it burns out, just refuse to replace it with one that says "reverse polarity protected" which is a phrase that means it will not charge a battery unless it almost doesn't need charging.

Worth the whole thing if you never even want a battery just for , "Bob's your Auntie" !!!

Good explanation for review of old battery sir.

Now I can put a smile on my granddaughter's face.🤗

Thank you so much Peter. I'm excited to use this to fix one of my 12V batteries that won't charge and to fix any other older batteries I come across.

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not Peter lol Give it a go, you will be amazed at how many batteries actually come back to life. Much appreciated Darren 👍👍👍

@bennyhill6161

2 жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave Lol Peter!

Didnt even know this was possible, thank you. I have 6v battery that is fairly new (6 months or so) that will not charge. Smart charger always has a green light and battery voltage has dropped below 6v (5.8v) and it will never charge. Now i know why.

@oraclescave

4 жыл бұрын

Just scamming ways companies have to make you spend money, that's why the old fashioned chargers are being fazed out. Smart chargers are very smart for modern batteries, but completely useless when it comes to an old style battery. And since these batteries fail very often, this trick will help you out for the remainder of your life lol 👍👍👍

Excellent description on how to renew a dodgy battery

Thankyou did not know about popping the tops off. Worked for me.

52 years old and i just learned this, the amount of batteries i've thrown out over the years and i was given a job lot of 45 amh dead batteries reviving them now with this method, i'll keep you posted

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck and remember they may need cycled a couple of times before they pick up. But I bet you sort most of them 👍👍👍

@homebrewham2786

2 жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave thanks mate, have 2 on the go as we speak, topped up-battery connected-fingers crossed lol, i'm a youtuber myself mate and i'll put the link on this thread when complete for the results as long as you don't mind 👍👍

Thanks for this video. Really helpful.

@oraclescave

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for coming back to let me know it helped, much appreciated Frazer. 👍👍👍

tried it with my 2 year dead battery... works like a charme. Many thx!

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

That's great Peter, and thanks for coming back to let me know, I really appreciate that. 👍👍👍

@treasuredevine6281

Жыл бұрын

I have gel battery 12v200ah just 18months old na, if I charge full 12.7v with in 30min with just 50w load it drain. How do I repair it

Hi, long time no see.. I remember my uncle showing me this trick with rain water when I was in my teens. Great tip, hope you are well pal, Do u still make the coin rings? I'm still learning how to make jewellery, that silver bar I won on your channel really helped me out alot man 🙏

Freaking amazing knowledge brother. Thank you.

Well made video, just tried your trick and it worked brilliant woo woo

Love the video, Thanks so much for the Tips.....Cheers, Thomas Hamilton, Canada

thank you for your video now i learn something I did not know

Hi, have followed your advice all working really well. I have dropped two of the caps and cannot find them! Where can I purchase new caps. I am in the UK. Thanks Graham

Thank you mate. Excellent instruction.

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

Remember to leave the caps off when charging, or they will pop off lol 😆

Thanks for the video! Helped revive my battery! Just one note about replacing the rubber caps then charging. People may not be replacing the rubber caps until after the battery is charged due to gas build up during charging. I put the rubber caps and the plastic cover on the battery after adding water then I charged the battery. During the charging two of the rubber caps and the plastic cover shot up in the air due to the gas build up in the battery!

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it absolutely should be charged with no caps, I just think its funny watching them get shot all over the place, lol

@phw340

2 жыл бұрын

@@oraclescave Hahhaha, yes I agree! 👍

You are appreciated. Thanks heaps.

Great video, trying it now on my two batteries. The plastic top that you popped off at the beginning. How do you get it back on? Can I just put a couple pieces of tape

Great video, me Scottish friend! Well done!! Thanks for sharing with us!!

@oraclescave

4 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, I'm glad it helped you. Much appreciated 👍👍👍

Thanks for this. A very big help

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Elaine 👍👍👍

Very informative.Tried to use my mobility scooter after not using for about one year.When I tried charging the battery charger stayed on green but when I put back in scooter won't start or register on dial.I will try your battery recharging method and see if that works.Thanks.

Thanks for posting the video. Encouraged my to try to revive a dead and discontinued Sealake 33ah 12v in a Nautilus power bank someone was throwing out. $299 new , $100+ for a replacement cell. (Cdn$) Guy tossing the whole power bank thing due (inverter etc) to the battery not taking a charge. Dry as bone, we'll see how it does after a full charge. Cheers !

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, I would love to hear how you get on. It may take a few cycles. And if "sulfation" is the cause, Google reversing the terminals. This is a method used to reverse the "sulfation" It basically breaks the crystals back down. And if they don't work, all you need to add is a small amount of sulphuric acid, just Google amount for your size of cell. I bet it works perfectly fine Goodluck 👍👍👍

Thank you for sharing the video. I have quite a few batteries to get done.

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome my friend, I hope you can fix as many as possible. Also worth checking the top PINNED comment for tips on recharging. Let us know how you get on 👍👍👍

@ryannguyen8001

3 жыл бұрын

I did just as you showed in the video. The lesson I got that I had to stand the syringe straight up and dip it all the way in to prevent the air bubbles blocking the filling. Then, I synced the dead batteries with the jumpstart battery up to 8-9V and charged the batteries using the HarborFreight battery charger here (www.harborfreight.com/6v12v-2-amp-3-stage-microprocessor-controlled-automatic-battery-charger-57015.html). One 9Ah is almost full and two more waiting to be charged. From now on, I think I will recycle batteries as much as I can because they are harmful to the environment we live in. Thank you very much ​ @ORACLE'S CAVE.

Thanx for this video. Even I can do this. Not bad for 68

Man If i'd have only known, Lord knows how much $$ I've thrown away not knowing this hack. Thanks for posting!

thanks! this was very satisfying to watch I'll be adding rain sound to my videos too from now on - makes it massively relaxing now I'm off to revive my car battery 🔥

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated. It wasn't special FX, thats just what it's like in Scotland, it's like a tropical rainforest without the tropical part, lol

Thank you so much for this video. I have 2 power packs not accepting charge. Can I disassemble safely and try to charge by your method?

Thanks for the video. Battery is hooked up and taking a charge.

@oraclescave

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent Geo, and if the charge wont hold very long, it will need fresh acid in the cells, can be purchased in battery refill or in a bottle, you dont need much but your battery will be back to brand new power with fresh acid, possibly get it from a car battery. But your battery will work might just be much weaker than brand new. Thanks for coming back to let me know, much appreciated bud. 👍👍👍

Thankyou so much. I’m building an electric trike and have a ton of SLA batteries but they are all dead. Will try this.

@oraclescave

4 жыл бұрын

Go for it Layton, you will be surprised how easy it is to bring them back to life. Just remember to wear eye protection and you will be up and running in no time. 👍👍👍

@laytonpratt

4 жыл бұрын

ORACLE'S CAVE Yessir. Battery acid is no good. I would have used Lipos because I have a lot of experience with them but I have boxes of the lead acid batteries that need to be used.

It's an excellent trick buddy always worth remembering

@oraclescave

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon, yes it's definitely worth remembering, I have thrown out loads of kids toys that cost a small fortune, before discovering this trick. Now I rescue everything that doesn't work, it also helps me get cool stuff very cheap if it's not working. 👍👍👍

@luisalbertodiaz8138

4 жыл бұрын

This is just superb, been searching for "reconditioning old nicad batteries" for a while now, and I think this has helped. Ever heard of - Ammaceen Reconditioning Rabblement - (should be on google have a look ) ? Ive heard some super things about it and my co-worker got excellent results with it.

@mikegentile13

3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks! I have this EXACT problem. I don't have a jump start kit though. Can I hook it to my car battery? If so while it's running?

Very helpful video, thanks.

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you taking the time to say so buddy Thanks 👍👍👍

Watching from the Solomon Islands, thanks for the info 🙏🙏

@oraclescave

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful place, much appreciated and hope it helps you out sometime. 👍👍👍

GREAT VIDEO. RESPECT. how long do these batteries last before they need to be charged again? Are these batteries considered deep cycle batteries?

Finally - I found the one who knows and your video did it -Wayda go there!!! Thanks for showing and your info is very valuable. One thing you said was make sure the water was over the glass matts - Question here - by how much???

@oraclescave

2 жыл бұрын

Put the water over the glass matts until it soaks in, you want to tip out the extra water above the matts, before you seal it. The water is to help dissolve the crystals in the matt, thats all, they don't have to stay flooded like a lead acid battery.

Hey should I use epsent salt in the water ??

I’ve got one smart charger and three transformer chargers. Can’t beat the old fashioned stuff sometimes!

Great video , thank you I had determined everything you stated with the older chargers and new chargers lol my only concern is if Im using a AGM GEL optima yellow top to link charge a standard led acid battery with same maybe even better CCA-CA ratings connected to a trickle charger. I have read that using different batteries on trickle chargers together can be dangerous as one battery will not charge at the same rate as the other. Is this a myth or can I do this safely ?

Cheers that was very informative, I'm trying to revive 4 12v 20amph lead acid gel batteries because they are horrendously expensive. My couple of smart chargers didn't do a thing and now I know why. I got myself one of them little pulse chargers but don't hold out much hope. I'll check your channel just in case you have some tips, most of the American tubers just want to sell stuff with affiliate links and don't really explain it properly.

Thank you that was a great video. I have a Power Wheels Fisher-Price 12 volt battery. Have you done one of those? The physical configuration is very different. I wonder if you have any suggestions. Thanks again and best wishes

Can you use a portable battery jump starter (small handheld) after adding the water? If so how? Just like you would jumpstart a dead car battery?

Great video, thanks

Thank you so much for your efforts and a great teaching video. I will try and revive one today! Be well and stay safe.

I have the same batteries in my mobility scooter and it's not holding a charge so I'm going to try this before paying $150 for new ones, ty so much for showing this

@oraclescave

2 ай бұрын

You can also buy battery refills, just fresh acid, much much cheaper than a new battery, all the power in a battery comes from the "electrolyte" liquid, the rest of the battery is just a jar really.