Batteries behind passenger seat

KevinW · #1 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 02:33 AM

I believe the original aero batteries used on original csx cars are now unavailable.

can anyone tell me of a modern equivalent that looks close to this?

im toying with the idea of NOT having a standard 12V unit in the boot (should that be trunk?)

thanks,
kevin

LMH · #2 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 07:16 AM

I was thinking there was an aircraft battery that fit the same spot. Do a search here and I'll bet you find some info.
Larry

dcdoug · #3 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 08:26 AM

I have two 6v Optima batteries connected together in the tray behind the passenger seat. They work great, although they are a bit smaller than the original battery tray.

mickmate · #4 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 08:50 AM

The last tray I made we used wheelchair batteries. The tray measures 5.25 x 19.75" in my reference one and I make them out of some rugged angle iron that will keep those lumps of lead in place better than sheet metal. You can slice end handles off, put fake or real top ropes on, paint them and stick soda bottle caps on top. Sal sells Rebat labels and even replica batteries which look pretty good. Some battery numbers to look up are Line G-35 and UB12350. Here's a link to get you going http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalo...s/gillbatt.php

rokndad · #5 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KevinW

I believe the original aero batteries used on original csx cars are now unavailable.

can anyone tell me of a modern equivalent that looks close to this?

im toying with the idea of NOT having a standard 12V unit in the boot (should that be trunk?)

thanks,
kevin

Try this thread I started a while back.

Recreating Rebat R35 Executive

The Gill batts fit right into a CSX tray with the dimensions Nick has given you. You can do what I did on your own or buy the ones from Sal either on ebay or from the Parts for Sale section on CC.

Gunner · #6 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 09:07 AM

I have a repro Autolite with fill caps (through which you can see the sealed top of the real battery) and everything. I believe it's correct for the street cars; I wasn't aware that something unusual was in the racers.

Austin_Snake · #7 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 12:52 PM

2 of these Oddyssey batteries behind the passenger seat wil be as close as you will be able to get.
Lots of cranking power in one but I like having two wired together. One thing is you will need a special charger if you go this route.

http://www.batteriesplus.com/pc-2896...5-PC680-P.aspx

Later,
Richard
Carbon Cobra #7

FatBoy · #8 (**permalink**) 12-10-2009, 04:11 PM

Kevin,
You have a PM.

KevinW · #9 (**permalink**) 12-11-2009, 03:01 AM

thanks all, i'm looking into the leads you've provided and seeing what can be sourced in the uk.

next question - can anyone tell me how these are secured? i dont see a top securing strap/bar in any of the pics i can find?

thanks again,
kevin

mickmate · #10 (**permalink**) 12-11-2009, 05:04 AM

There's a picture on my site under Cobra parts. I use a threaded rod each end with diagonal threaded rods across the ends. Strong and simple.

bret a ewing · #11 (**permalink**) 12-11-2009, 06:54 AM

I am on my second set of Gill aircraft batteries in 4 years. Not crazy about them and will probably mount one battery in the trunk when they expire. They aint cheap either. It is critical that these batteries are kept at a charge level of +12.3 volts. Once they drop below that level these batteries are very susceptible to sulfiding resulting in very limited amp storage capability. They can sometimes be partially brought back with a heavy dose of high amp charging to "burn" off the sulfur layer but the the batteries never regain their full storage capability.
Nothing beats an Optima with 2/0 cable.