Hey all!
More on the Optima 6v batteries. Much to my surprise; they almost kind of fit
in the existing battery trays. If I cut off the battery mounting tabs they
would drop right in on the diagonal. Then I could just fabricate a top
bracket and use the existing rods that held down the original type batteries.
Males tend to like symmetry, but I think I have to change the passenger side
one around to avoid having the battery cables cross over the ( future )
battery hold down.
www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/Opt6v_1.jpg
www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/Opt6v_2.jpg
www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/Opt6v_3.jpg
Instead of cutting the battery mounting tabs, I could cut a slot or slots in
the trays. I believe the trays are cheaper to replace than the batteries and
my trays are a touch corroded.
Suggestions for the next step(s)?
Yes, I do have a replacement negative cable. :)
TIA!
Robert Duquette
Ottawa ON Canada
1965 RHD BRG Austin-Healey Sprite ( project )
1967 RHD MG Midget ( aka: Miss Marple )
1955 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 ( aka: Carmen )
http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/2009FallTour.jpg
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