I like my battery in a plastic box, especially if using a battery that is
not sealed. Batteries can explode under severe conditions and the box will
help contain the acid. In a bad crash, your battery may tear loose from it's
mount and the box will help keep the terminals from hitting metal. Use a
steel strap to hold the battery down in the box, then cut the box lid to fit
over the metal strap. I use a nylon strap to hold the lid in place. The
cut lid gives good air circulation. My battery sits on the cockpit floor next
to me and I want to be protected from it.
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