any creative battery mounting ideas [Archive]

LowBuckX

01-23-2010, 02:40 PM

Im already in the trunk just thinking of some Ideas for a more creative mounting set up/location/fabrication not an issue..

Irnmike

01-23-2010, 03:49 PM

Not very creative, but here's mine
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/IMG_16931-1.jpg

STROKED

01-24-2010, 02:16 AM

^^^ how long battery cable did you use to move it there? Is there a kit for that location?

Irnmike

01-24-2010, 09:18 AM

I used the Summit Racing relocation kit. Ran the cable down the passenger inside. Plenty long enough. Grounded to the frame below.

daredvl22

01-25-2010, 08:32 AM

Check out DSE web site. Under projects look at page 4 of Michael Manning's build. This is a pretty sweet set-up. A lot of fab work, so I'm not sure how far you are planning to go. I'm going to go this route on my build.....I think...

http://www.detroitspeed.com/projectpages/michealmanning/manning_sub2.htm

Irnmike

01-25-2010, 12:46 PM

That guy did a nice job! I guess it depends on how far you want to take it.

ZZ430

01-25-2010, 01:24 PM

I used the DSE mount and put it behind a panel that is attached with Velcro. This was before we made up a plexiglass sight window in the panel.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/4304869288_d17df72b4c_o-1.jpg

PRRC

01-25-2010, 08:42 PM

Check out Braille batteries. Very small and lightweight which can open up a lot more mounting options for you. If you like them let me know and I can get u a good deal as we are a dealer for Braille.

Good luck,
Jim

Jim Nilsen

01-26-2010, 06:14 PM

Check out Braille batteries. Very small and lightweight which can open up a lot more mounting options for you. If you like them let me know and I can get u a good deal as we are a dealer for Braille.

Good luck,
Jim

This is very good advice. I like my Braille battery so far and if done right you could sink it down in a fabbed box where the side filler to the quarter is making it lower and more secure with just a simple hoop over the top of it. It does however depend on how you run your exhuast and what type of rear suspension you go with.

Here is a pic of where I put mine. They do make a slimmer model that may package easier in the spot but it may not be as powerful as you may need, but that has yet to be determined since they are realatively new to the sceen.

MCMLXIX

01-26-2010, 08:42 PM

No pics but my plan is to build a frame work to mount the Optima and the ISIS module under the package tray.
I just picked up a billet aluminum tray for the battery off eBay...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

Smock67

01-27-2010, 09:26 AM

Wow rich thats a nice looking tray.

RBARNES496

01-27-2010, 07:15 PM

35741
Thats cool but i like mine.

wellis77

01-28-2010, 01:13 AM

Here is the DSE install. I'm planning something very similar, but recessed a bit more. I'm also doing something similar for a spare tire on the other side, recessing it down to use of much of the quarter panel as possible.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

MCMLXIX

01-28-2010, 01:28 AM

35741
Thats cool but i like mine.

Nice... how does it mount? Are there holes under the clamps?
Is it being produced or is it a one off?

Jim Nilsen

01-28-2010, 02:55 PM

Here is the DSE install. I'm planning something very similar, but recessed a bit more. I'm also doing something similar for a spare tire on the other side, recessing it down to use of much of the quarter panel as possible.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

This is exactly what I was getting at. With the smaller Braille battery you could go deep enough that you wouldn't need a tray bottom and can by with just a single strap across the top.

Nice job !!

RBARNES496

01-29-2010, 07:13 PM

Thanks, i made some for my chevy ii. there are 6 blind holes in the bottom for mounting.I also shelled the bottom to take some wieght out.

PT Sportwagon

01-29-2010, 08:32 PM

coolest battery mount I ever seen was a guy angle flushed a pair of optimas in the inner fenders of his fox body mustang. plus all the wiring under the hood was hidden. very neat job

Tim

Chris 68

02-11-2010, 04:57 PM

No pics but my plan is to build a frame work to mount the Optima and the ISIS module under the package tray.
I just picked up a billet aluminum tray for the battery off eBay...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif
Just ordered mine last night, how do you like man? Did you install it yet?