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1936 battery tray
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supereal |
03-08-2012 @ 9:46 AM
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One of the main advantages of the Optima is that they can be mounted in any position, even upside down, making them ideal for under-the-floor cars. For my '47, I made a wooden box to fit the tray, then placed the Optima in a corner-to-corner position, and used the stock hold down bracket. I made up a wooden top, and had the battery poles emerge at the corners. With the top routed, and three caps attached, most observers don't know it is not a "real" battery. I don't show my cars, and this way is a whole lot less expensive than adapting an actual battery case.
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bobs36 |
03-08-2012 @ 8:43 AM
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i to have a 36, and debated doing the same thing, i am glad i didn't, instead bought a optima, dropped right into the tray etc. keeps everything original etc. beautiful 36 you have.
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35ford |
03-08-2012 @ 5:46 AM
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I believe you could mount an Optmia on the frame rail by the starter without modifying the fire wall and then it could be removed and a use the original location. Just a suggestion. I have an Optmia in original location using a drop down bracket. Easy removal to original set up.
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Jim43 |
03-07-2012 @ 8:12 PM
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I own three cars, all with the batteries under the floor board. I have a 36 phaeton, a very nice car. Do people sometimes move the battery tray up to the firewall under the hood for convenience? If this is a common thing to do, what is the best way to do it? It doesn't look that tough to do. I am something of a purist, not in all things if it works better. Thanks; Jim43
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