Date:         Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:19:28 -0400
Reply-To:     L&A Johnson <larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA>
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From:         L&A Johnson <larry_avery.johnson@SYMPATICO.CA>
Subject:      Re: optima D750S
Comments: To: "Johnson, David R FOR:EX" <David.Johnson@GEMS6.GOV.BC.CA>
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David, I installed our D750 on its side with the posts pointed forward. To fit
the battery into the box, I cut off the metal tab from the front edge of the
battery box. I also removed the metal lid by drilling out the pop rivets. For
safety, I used rubber battery post covers over the +ve and -ve post connectors.
After installation, I reattached the battery box lid with new pop rivets.
Larry Johnson

"Johnson, David R FOR:EX" wrote:

> I can not remember who recommended the optima d750 series for the auxiliary
> battery compartment behind the drivers seat for the Westy, but, now that I
> have ordered it and tried to put it in, I see its quite a tight fit. In fact
> if it does not fit upright in my '84 Thats ok its sealed and can go anyway,
> if it'll fit. I can not get it to go in sideways without some hammer/hacksaw
> work.
>
> Before beating on my beloved westy, I thought it was worth asking the group.
> Is there a trick that I have not thought of yet. I took the seat off and
> tried everywhich way, with no success.
>
> Who ever recommended these things, step into the light, let me know your
> secrets..
> David Johnson
> Phone: 620-3251 Fax: 620-3540
> Compliance and Enforcement Technician
> Timber, Horsefly B.C.
>
> David.Johnson@gems6.gov.bc.ca