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Posted by: RDNine1four Apr 10 2010, 07:39 PM

Just installed new batteries but rain tray hits top of terminal when I try to shut engine lid. Battery height is 8 inches from bottom to top of terminal. If I exchange battery, what brand/model do you recommend. Appreciate your feedback. Thanks.

Posted by: kg6dxn Apr 10 2010, 07:43 PM

Most auto parts stores have a reference guide to tell you what is correct. Other wise, take some measurements and choose a battery the right size. If you have a stock low compression motor, the CCA won't matter too much. But I usually choose the highest CCA that will fit the spot.

Posted by: ws91420 Apr 10 2010, 07:56 PM

BCA Group 42 is the standard but I have put in a Group 34 optima and turned the terminals torward the fender when placing in the car.

Posted by: Andyrew Apr 10 2010, 08:07 PM

I just said "Whats the cheapest optima you have?, That one? Hmm ya that'll fit. "



Terminals were backwards, and it had front mount posts as well, but really we can fit most standard size batteries...

Posted by: markb Apr 10 2010, 10:11 PM

Group 34R Optima is what I put in mine.

Posted by: RobW Jul 17 2010, 12:19 PM

7.5 inches is too tall with a rain tray....

Posted by: McMark Jul 17 2010, 05:10 PM

Take it back and get an Optima.

Posted by: tod914 Jul 17 2010, 05:19 PM

Optima 35 I'm very happy with. Smaller and 6 pounds lighter that the 34R. Plenty of starting power and requires no trimming. Check with your local PCA. NNJR gets them for $110 I believe. Found out too late, but might help you.

Posted by: RobW Jul 17 2010, 06:59 PM

I bought an optima 34R and took it back. The fit wasn't right with the rain tray... I ended up with a lower profile AC Delco...

Posted by: Lennies914 Jul 17 2010, 07:49 PM

IIRC the "R" just means that the + & - are reversed. In other words, if you just get the 34 (no R), you can turn the battery around and have the terminals tucked up nicely under the outer edge, out of the way of the rain tray.