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37RAGTOPMAN

08-08-2012 @ 5:56 PM

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I need to change my battery,I have used reg batteries for the last 36 years, and was thinking about using a
6 VOLT OPTIMA, I see that JEGGS, sells them on
E-BAY,with free shipping,a lot cheaper then the stores in MAINE,
wanted to know what part number would work in a
1937,
I have a few old original type battery cases, and wanted to install the OPTIMA in one of them,
I am using a 6 volt alt, by CERTIFIED AUTO ELEC,
MANY THANKS for your opinion,
KEEP ON FORDIN, 37RAGTOPMAN

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08-08-2012 @ 6:35 PM

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The Optima will not fit in your Ford battery case. The authentic case is too short.

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08-08-2012 @ 6:58 PM

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Delete.

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08-08-2012 @ 6:59 PM

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Why did it post 3 times? Who knows?????

There are more "barn finds" than barns.

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08-08-2012 @ 7:00 PM

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Kubes40 is right. The Optima will stick out the bottom of the old case about 1-1/4".

Might I suggest you just use a Ford script 2LF battery. They last a long time if you buy and keep them on a $19.95 Battery Tender. I have several 6-volts that are over 5-years old. In fact, I have never lost a 6V battery that was kept on a Battery Tender and had its fluid levels kept up.

Mucha Volta,

Miguel

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08-08-2012 @ 9:33 PM

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The six volt Optima comes in only one size. As noted above, it is too tall to fit a regular battery case. I have one in my '47, and I made a
tray to hold the bottom of the case, accommodate the extra height, and still use the stock hold down bracket. Painted black, it is almost invisible.

08-08-2012 @ 9:37 PM

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@mdurhan.

What are your sources for a Group 2L Battery?

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08-09-2012 @ 7:29 AM

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I bought mine at a Batteries Plus, Franchise Store. The battery will fit in the battery space for a 1937 Ford, the top hold down bracket will fit but since it is a taller battery the regular hold down bolts are too short. On a '37 the hold down bolts have a dog leg offset. I bought some carriage bolts and bent them to fit. There was also room under the hood to fit in a blade disconnect to protect against electrical fires when you are not around.
I don't know how this battery will do on the show circuit. My car is a driver and I like the significant increase in CCA.

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08-09-2012 @ 7:43 AM

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Suggest you try batteriesplus.com, see if they have a store near you, and give them the dimensions you need.

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