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Discussion Topic: 1938 Deluxe Coupe battery hardware

chriscris

10-04-2021 @ 6:15 AM

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Thanks for the pic and info on the new battery height.
Fabrication/modification is a part of the fun!

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09-30-2021 @ 3:15 PM

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Chris, you should know that the original hardware will need to be modified to accommodate the increased height of modern batteries. One, the hold-down bracket has a threaded stud that will misalign with the hole through the firewall, and two, the two hold-down dog leg bolts will need to be extended to be tall enough to engage the hold-down bracket.

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09-30-2021 @ 1:28 PM

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I believe that this what you are looking for. This is for a 1937 Ford, but I think that it was carried over to 1938.
There is a black rubber washer

chriscris

09-30-2021 @ 9:54 AM

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Appreciate the replies.
3rd Gen has nothing.
CW Moss has the top hold down that bolts inside firewall, but cant locate the bolts.

Any chance someone may have s picture?
Thanks very much

Jacques1960

09-22-2021 @ 8:56 AM

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Regret I could not locate the spares; I had gotten them from Third Gen as well and they were just right. Highly recommend

Robert/Texas

09-22-2021 @ 7:04 AM

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Be careful, some of the modern batteries are a little too tall for the standard length bolts. I got a pair of longer ones for my '37 Ford some years ago but I don't remember where I got them.

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09-22-2021 @ 5:46 AM

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I may have the dog leg bolts you need; will check

09-21-2021 @ 2:22 PM

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This guy will have what you need:

Michael Driscoll at 3rd Generation Ford Parts

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2600 old Nashville Hwy

McMinnville Tn,37110

chriscris

09-21-2021 @ 11:56 AM

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There wasnt any hold down hardware that came with my coupe.
I have seen available the top hold down with part that accepts a bolt through the firewall.
Is there any other hardware I zm missing? I see a hole on either side of the battery, for bolts?
Any help or pics appreciated.
Thanks
Chris

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