Optima Batterys, Side Terminals Only?
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Optima Batterys, Side Terminals Only?
I looked through some of the other threads, and couldn't find anything definitive. Does Optima make a battery with side terminals only? My parts store said No.
The top positive terminal is leaning slightly against the part that sits above the battery (not a tight fit, but definately touching). Is the cap that covers the top terminal going to protect it over the life of the battery?
The top positive terminal is leaning slightly against the part that sits above the battery (not a tight fit, but definately touching). Is the cap that covers the top terminal going to protect it over the life of the battery?
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Re: Optima Batterys, Side Terminals Only? (Sting1978)
I could not get one with only side mounts. Parts store said no to me also.
That's exactly how mine fits.
I hope the cap protects it, so far I've had no problems, although the battery has just been put in within the last month. It does have nice starting power!
That's exactly how mine fits.
I hope the cap protects it, so far I've had no problems, although the battery has just been put in within the last month. It does have nice starting power!
I looked through some of the other threads, and couldn't find anything definitive. Does Optima make a battery with side terminals only? My parts store said No.
The top positive terminal is leaning slightly against the part that sits above the battery (not a tight fit, but definately touching). Is the cap that covers the top terminal going to protect it over the life of the battery?
The top positive terminal is leaning slightly against the part that sits above the battery (not a tight fit, but definately touching). Is the cap that covers the top terminal going to protect it over the life of the battery?
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Re: Optima Batterys, Side Terminals Only? (96KICKS)
I pulled it out and can already see a little red plastic on that metal piece, plus a slight indent into the cap. I really like the Optima battery, but am a little bit uncomfortable with this. Maybe I am just a spaz. :confused:
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Re: Optima Batterys, Side Terminals Only? (Sting1978)
Just cut off the top post, that's what me and most everyone at the track has done. Should take all of about 10 seconds with a hacksaw. Then cover the cut area so nothing can ground out on it, I used some silicone.
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Re: Optima Batterys, Side Terminals Only? (Mr Mojo)
It's so nice to have you around here ;)
Just cut off the top post, that's what me and most everyone at the track has done. Should take all of about 10 seconds with a hacksaw. Then cover the cut area so nothing can ground out on it, I used some silicone.
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Re: Optima Batterys, Side Terminals Only? (Mr Mojo)
Just cut off the top post, that's what me and most everyone at the track has done. Should take all of about 10 seconds with a hacksaw. Then cover the cut area so nothing can ground out on it, I used some silicone.
