Robert,
I f you want to get away from the original twin 6V acid type batteries, then
never mind messing with the two 6V Optimas when you can simply install one
12V Optima on one side and anchor it down suitably. We've fitted this setup
on a number of cars and it works extremely well with plenty of clearance.
Rich
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From: healeys-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Robert Duquette
Sent: May-20-12 8:30 AM
To: Healeys
Subject: [Healeys] Optima batteries
Has anyone ever installed a pair of the optima 6V batteries in their car?
They are 10" long at their longest point. I'm guessing 9" length for the
main body with a longer base for clamping down. Optima sent me a CAD
drawing of the battery, but I can't open it from this device.
http://www.optimabatteries.com/_media/documents/specs/6V_121207.pdf
Or
http://tinyurl.com/8y5ew5l
I seem to have a romantic attachment to dual sixes, but I have next to none
for the corrosive aspects of the older style batteries.
I have constructed a light cardboard box of the maximum dimensions of the
optima and put it in place of one of the original type batteries. I also
removed the tray and one of the battery hold down rods. I put some images
of the clearances at the link below. Select the links that begin with 6v,
if you are interested. I originally placed it diagonally, thinking that
keeping it as far away from the diff and drive shaft was a good idea. I
took pictures that way. I think building battery trays would be a major
task for me. I've since moved it to straight back, but can't post an image
from here. :( I believe that they will fit. But, how much will that rear
end move?
http://www3.sympatico.ca/robertduquette/temp/
Has anyone done this?
PS: I am the type who likes my modifications to bolt in and bolt out.
$12.75
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