I know it may still be usable and I appreciate the comments, but I also know
that "some" damage occurred. The price I would pay for a battery failure is
too high, especially on the river.

I ordered a new Interstate Cranking battery and a portable waterproof 3
stage Guest charger. I just don't trust the old battery anymore.

Thanks for everyone's input.


"Richard Liebert" wrote in message
...
I think I already know the answer, but I would still like to hear from
someone who has had a similar experience.

My cranking battery ran a little low yesterday because I was doing a bunch
of short hops during my tournament. Once I returned home I put my 30 yr.
old
charger on it to freshen it up. Of course I forgot to remove the charger.
12
hours later the battery was pretty well cooked. It was warm to the touch.

I have read that overcharging a battery is very hard on the battery. I
think
I should bit the bullet and replace it. I also think I should buy a "smart
charger" for use in the future.

It's a Bass Tracker Jet. The battery is 1 1/2 yrs. old. I don't want any
failures in the Delaware or Susquehanna Rivers.

Any comments?