Dave,
Just a word on dielectric grease. I had serious problems after using this stuff.
I found this in the tech tip section of this sight
http://www.fifthaveinternetgarage.com/index.htmlDielectric Grease Caution
DO NOT use dielectric electrical grease to keep battery posts free of corrosion, as dielectric grease is an insulator and has a low melting point. When dielectric grease melts (caused by the heat generated as the current passes thru the posts) it changes into a liquid form and runs down between the battery post and the cable clamp. All will be well until you shut off the engine and everything cools down.
When you go back to restart your car the battery will appear to be dead. In reality the current from the battery is not being allowed to pass thru to the battery cables. To correct the problem remove and clean both the cable ends and the battery posts with emery paper or a battery terminal cleaner tool and reinstall. That should restore your battery connection.
I cleaned the wretched stuff off my terminals and grounds and the truck starts like a dream.
PS they sold me this crap with my last battery.
Rich
