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12-21-2020, 01:00 PM | #1 |
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Finding Correct Size Battery
Does anyone have a suggestion as to where I can locate a model A battery that is similar to original size? Most of the locally sourced batteries are too small and the two end caps will not tighten down correctly due to the smaller battery dimensions.
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12-21-2020, 01:08 PM | #2 |
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Re: Finding Correct Size Battery
6 Volt = Group 1
12 Volt = Group 25
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12-21-2020, 01:09 PM | #3 |
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Any parts store should have one. It's a Group 1.
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12-21-2020, 01:09 PM | #4 |
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For Stock all you need is a group 1 top terminal battery. Most auto supplies, farm stores will have them. Just to be sure, Model A 6 volts are positive ground. Are you looking for 12 volt negative ground? Without knowing your location, would be hard to suggest somewhere to look.
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12-21-2020, 01:17 PM | #5 |
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If looking for a 6V, most Tractor Supply stores I've been in had one on the shelf.
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12-21-2020, 01:20 PM | #6 |
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12-21-2020, 01:39 PM | #7 |
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NAPA has in stock! Group 1
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12-21-2020, 02:12 PM | #8 |
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Check suppliers for a hold down bracket besides these two little holders. The top will secure the group one battery, most A suppliers have them, attaches to existing battery tray.
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12-21-2020, 08:35 PM | #9 |
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Folks. I do appreciate your input all. I am well aware of the batteries from the suppliers put forth in this discussion. Indeed, I have all of them in my area. However, none of these batteries are of the correct physical dimensions compared to original and the edge hold down clamps. The batteries are just not wide enough. I am also aware that one could use the early one piece square hold down clamp,,, but it would not be correct for the 30/31 vehicles. That being said, I thank all who have responded. I will continue my search for a suitable solution.
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12-22-2020, 08:04 AM | #10 |
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When you say original, do you mean script original style or battery that is currently installed?
Corner brackets; https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/P...earchByKeyword Go down the chart in this link, it shows sizes for 6 volt 3 cell batteries; https://www.batteryequivalents.com/b...ize-chart.html If you are going by the size now installed it may one of the others on the chart and not a group 1.
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12-22-2020, 09:03 AM | #12 |
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I mean script original size.
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12-22-2020, 09:20 AM | #13 |
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12-22-2020, 09:28 AM | #14 |
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Google- BatteryCentralMall.com They have classic car batteries. They have the Ford script batteries listed.
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12-22-2020, 09:33 AM | #15 |
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Most people here are more then likely not going to be using a script battery and you did ask for "model A battery that is similar to original size", so thank you for adding the script part. Have you tried googling Ford Model A script battery? I just did and found a number of them listed.
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12-22-2020, 10:29 AM | #16 |
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The new script batteries are not scarce! But they are not cheap either.
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12-22-2020, 10:59 AM | #17 |
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Antique Auto battery is now Jim's. I bought a battery from them...it's exactly like original with script and all but they are slow in making the battery....call them to be sure they meet YOUR needs.
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12-22-2020, 06:12 PM | #18 |
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NAPA, they had the correct size in stock.
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12-22-2020, 06:53 PM | #19 |
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Just a personal experience on small batteries: In the late 70’s all I could find (or afford) was a too-small 6v battery. I made a box from 1/2” ply and placed the battery in that and installed it in the original battery hold frame. It was a food, firm fit. I don’t know if the wood was the cause, but that 3-yr warranteed battery lasted eight years.
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Something like this;
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12-22-2020, 11:31 PM | #24 |
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I remember seeing script batteries in the Mac's and possibly the Snyder's catalogs, but I've also heard the longevity was not great. I believe it was Mac's also offers a battery cover, that is a rendition of the Ford script, I believe it's a plastic box that you set a group 1 six volt in, then set in your tray. Might be an acceptable shim?
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12-23-2020, 11:07 AM | #27 |
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I wasn't abrupt Bro! Just answered your question.
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12-23-2020, 11:18 AM | #28 |
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12-23-2020, 09:17 PM | #30 |
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For 12v I used the one piece hold down and opened it up @ 1/4" on each side so it fit over the top of the battery. Not the greatest but it's secure. Had to cut some sleeves for the hold downs too but it beat the alternative.
Still need a new clamp for the ugly old Packard wire.
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12-24-2020, 05:51 AM | #31 |
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Ask Santa (quickly!) for a new cable!
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12-27-2020, 04:40 PM | #33 |
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NAPA or Interstate dealer.
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