"Dave Plowman (News)" wrote:
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mindwipe wrote:
calcium batteries need a special charger
i was told that a normal type of charger will damage the battery

I reckon you're thinking of gel SLA types. Not used on cars.

But if you needed a special charger, you'd also need a special alternator.

Actually, just a special regulator.
Calcium alloyed batteries do have a slightly different charged voltage.