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tubman · 06-04-2024, 08:09 PM

What kind of battery is in it and how old is it?

A long time ago, the only battery I could find in a pinch was a Group 1 (made for Plymouths, Chevrolets, Studebakers, and various tractors). It was quite a bit smaller than the proper Group 2L my '51 took, Even though it was new, I had to leave the hood open on hot days to make sure it would start. I went to an 800 CCA Optima which solved all of my problems.

06-04-2024, 08:09 PM	#9
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 12,148	Re: Hot Start 1950 Merc What kind of battery is in it and how old is it? A long time ago, the only battery I could find in a pinch was a Group 1 (made for Plymouths, Chevrolets, Studebakers, and various tractors). It was quite a bit smaller than the proper Group 2L my '51 took, Even though it was new, I had to leave the hood open on hot days to make sure it would start. I went to an 800 CCA Optima which solved all of my problems.