| ibshane | -- 07-07-2022 @ 7:06 PM |
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I need a new battery for my bone stock 1937 Ford model 78 V8-85. What are some of the favorite brands/models of 6 Volt batteries with good CCA's that have proven to be reliable? Thanks in advance!!
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| ford38v8 | -- 07-07-2022 @ 11:52 PM |
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By far, the Optima Red Top 6V AGM is superior to anything else on the market. Appearance of the Optima is not period, so it is usually concealed behind a false battery case. Alan
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| 37RAGTOPMAN | -- 07-08-2022 @ 12:10 PM |
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6 volt battery Tractor Supply offers a 6 volt that does the job, about $100.00 installed one in my 37 there are many options, depending what you want to do, for show or go , that is the Question hope this helps 37Ragtopman
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| nelsb01 | -- 07-08-2022 @ 1:36 PM |
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Tractor Supply or Fleet Farm (if in your area) still carry very good 6V batteries. Yes, they are not the correct size for your 1937, but by cutting and adding a 2 by 8 board to one end as a spacer should allow you to use your battey hold down. The other thing is a good battery tender. (used the name brand there). I have had 6V batteries that have lasted over 9 years using one of these chargers. When the battery is in the parked vehicle, it is on the charger all the time. When the battery is out of the vehicle it is charged for 2 days every 3rd month. And, battery maintenance: check the water levels and use distilled water to fill. I would like to see how many years I could get out of one of these batteries, but my best friend keeps telling me that most only last 6 years, and do I want to be stranded? So, I have probably turned in a good battery after 9 years, to purchase a new battery.
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| carcrazy | -- 07-08-2022 @ 2:13 PM |
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Your friendly local NAPA auto parts store usually has 6 volt batteries in stock that will work. If not in stock, they can usually get one for you within 24 hours. I have had good experiences with these batteries. The price is around $100 to $110.
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