I have a yellow top Optima, I'll have to check the size, but I believe it is a group 41, & in order to install it, I had to notch the steel (Sawzall) under the seat a tad to clear the top posts when tipping said battery on its side, so that it could easily lay there. I then used the side posts to connect it. I also put a piece of 2 x 4 on 1 end of the compartment to hold the battery in place , side to side. W/ this installation, the cover will fit flush, unlike if the top posts are facing up. YMMV, Mr. BZ-let the battery thread wars begin!
On Wed, Dec 26, 2012 at 8:16 AM, Harry Hoffman <hhoffman@ip-solutions.net>wrote: > Hi All, > > Is anyone using a optima battery under the driver's seat? If so, would > you mind sharing the model number (and/or physical measurements). > > Advanced Auto Parts is having a 25% off sale (BATX code) and it's time > to switch out the old ups batteries I'd tried to use. > > Cheers, > Harry >
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