Leaking Powervamp PVR25

[New Cat]

My powervamp pvr25 appears to be leaking slightly, corroding the tray. It is mounted on its side but I did not expect it to leak!

It appears to be holding perfect charge on the conditioner (optimate 3) so it seems a shame to have to replace it but do I have any other sensible options?

Many thanks,

Jon

 

[Jonathan Kay]

How old?

Can you see where it's leaking? Any distortion of the case?

Jonathan

[New Cat]

The case looks perfect but it appears to be weeping from the bottom edge of the plastic rectangular cap (that ultimately holds the terminals on top). I can only guess its about 5 years old. 

[Jonathan Kay]

I'd photograph it and write to the manufacturer asking for a discount on a new one.

But get it out now and wash it all down and scrub off any white crud. I'd use lots of tap water.

Jonathan

[New Cat]

I called Powervamp and they told me that they had not been marketing the PVR25 for at least 2 years - that it had always just been a rebadged Odyssey PC680. They offered to look at it if I sent it back to them but wouldn't make any promises.

I noted that the PC680 was available elsewhere for significantly less money (jjcraceandrally via ebay seemed best) and that returning what is at least a 5 year old battery to Powervamp was likely to just be throwing good money after bad.