Optima Red top battery install Options

[trdproven]

I have a red top that i just got, for dirt cheap. but its the wrong one where the positive terminal is far. I am assuming already the wires wont reach but I've seen dustin brown running it so it seems like there is a way to work it or extend it. Also i heard to our battery terminals won't fit over the battery posts. Worse case, I'll try to get the red top part number that actually has the pos terminal closest to the harness.

This post has been edited by trdproven: Sep 24, 2009 - 10:55 AM

[soulshadow]

Whats so special about these batteries? Most customers I sold these too in the past complain that there pieces of expensive crap.

[presure2]

Whats so special about these batteries? Most customers I sold these too in the past complain that there pieces of expensive crap.

these are people who dont select the proper battery, install it improperly, or whatever.

the advantage to an optima battery is that it is sealed.
you can mount it in any position and it wont leak, and you can mount it inside the cabin without worry of fumes, or leaks.

[qatar11]

the advantage to an optima battery is that it is sealed.
you can mount it in any position and it wont leak, and you can mount it inside the cabin without worry of fumes, or leaks.

"Most" new automotive lead acid batteries are sealed/not serviceable. A compromised battery however, i.e. over charged, still has the ability to exhaust.

For internal mounting you must use an appropriate battery box that is properly mounted (i.e. no more zip ties). Most cases its not recommends to install the battery box inside cabin. There are a million scenarios that could compromise a battery like an accident or overcharging - and you want none of that action around you. Stay safe kids

This post has been edited by qatar11: Oct 22, 2009 - 7:18 AM