Same here on the '68 2000 Solex:
Optima 51R AGM battery, TSI gear reduction starter, 14" Spal fan, Boone
EI/distributor, MSD coil, no tunes (too loud!)
MH wrote:
> Update to my previous reply: Since it's relevant, I also use a gear
> reduction starter, and electric fan. No tunes.........yet.
> Mike Hudson - '67 Stroker / 5-Speed
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "MH" <twobeaners@earthlink.net>
> To: "Walter Peterson" <Walter.Peterson@cox.net>;
> <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, April 10, 2009 11:28 AM
> Subject: Re: [Roadsters] Batteries again. 51R & 96 Integra hold down strap.
>
>
>
>> I use a Group 51R. Positive post is nearest and to the rear of the engine
>>
> .
>
>> I think it's a good size for it's capacity. I also use a GM 63 amp
>> "one-wire" alternator. On a related issue. I just installed one of those
>> "quick-disconnectors", the one with the green knob you often see in pics
>> from the Roadster shows. Any issues about them vibrating loose while
>> driving, etc., etc. They don't use a lock washer under the knob. Just
>> wondering.
>> Mike Hudson - '67 Stroker / 5-Speed
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Walter Peterson" <Walter.Peterson@cox.net>
>> To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
>> Sent: Friday, April 10, 2009 10:50 AM
>> Subject: [Roadsters] Batteries again. 51R & 96 Integra hold down strap.
>>
>>
>>
>>> Anyone use a group 51? Interstate batteries will sell me one of these
>>>
> for
>
>>> less than the standard group 53K. The 51 is smaller, weighs less & has
>>> better Cold Cranking Amps. "R" is reversed posts.
>>>
>>> Or asked another way, what's the common battery upgrade for the early 67
>>> chassis?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Walter Peterson
>>>
>>> Goleta Ca, 93117
>>>
>>> Street driven race motor
>>>
>>> 2000 3-Main(R) Solexes,cam etc.
>>>
>>> 5-Speed & LSD.
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