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Mieran
29-03-13, 04:09 PM
Anyone relocated their battery to behind passenger seat rather than to the boot?

If so, any pics?
MARTIN KELSON
29-03-13, 04:33 PM
Done mine under the seat.
Can post pics if you want.
Mieran
29-03-13, 05:02 PM
Go for it
MARTIN KELSON
29-03-13, 05:19 PM
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a220/NOVAMARTIN16V/DSC03665.jpg
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a220/NOVAMARTIN16V/DSC02823.jpg

Item on the right to allow the cable to pass through the bulkhead

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a220/NOVAMARTIN16V/DSC02808.jpg
Mieran
29-03-13, 05:45 PM
Where can I get that thing that goes through the bulk head
MARTIN KELSON
29-03-13, 06:21 PM
Demon Tweeks

Click below :)

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/motorsport/battery-cable-connectors/longacre-battery-through-panel
Mieran
29-03-13, 06:24 PM
Cheers, shame doesnt mention how big the hole has to be
MARTIN KELSON
29-03-13, 06:32 PM
It aint that big.
Cant remember exact but i just cut it out with a hole cutter.
Will be with the car tomorrow so if i remember i will measure.
mowgli
29-03-13, 07:08 PM
just make sure you box/vent it well... as battery vapours in a confined space are lethal
L14MNP
29-03-13, 07:59 PM
A gel battery doesn't vent. Hence it being fine to mount on its side.
mowgli
30-03-13, 12:19 PM
A gel battery doesn't vent. Hence it being fine to mount on its side.

but a normal battery does, a lot
jimbob-mcgrew
31-03-13, 02:38 AM
hydrogen gas isn't it mo, very explosive too
jimbob-mcgrew
31-03-13, 02:41 AM
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a220/NOVAMARTIN16V/DSC03665.jpg

^ sweet cockpit dude :thumb: