Optima battery replacement

[fordv8j]

We have an 6 volt optima battery in a Ford script case, it is 10years old, thinking it will be needing replaced soon, how is the best way to get out of the case, through the top or bottom, or...its a 2HF--- Thanks, J R Parsons, WVa

[tubman]

Generally, the top is a separate piece that should be removeable. I know mine is. Hopefully, the original owner didn't glue everything together.

Since his is a non-standard process, I'm afraid you can expect anything. Give it a good lookover and maybe you can detect what was done.

[fordv8j]

I ordered it new, like that

[tubman]

Hmmm. OK; I made my own. In your case, I stand by the second paragraph of my last post.

[Ken/Alabama]

The top will come off. You’ll need to trim the plastic away from the post .

[slowforty]

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[philipswanson]

Anybody know who is making the Ford case that takes the Optima battery these days? I couldn't get in touch with the old supplier.

[Pat/Ohio]

Originally Posted by philipswanson

Anybody know who is making the Ford case that takes the Optima battery these days? I couldn't get in touch with the old supplier.

You might try C&G in California. It will take about 3 or 4 months to get delivery. They are custom made to order.

Here is a reply to my last email for them:

Yes we do = https://cgfordparts.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=OPT-2HF

The battery is made to order and usually take 3 to 4 months for delivery. Shipping is extra.

The battery has to be ordered over the phone since it is a special order.

Thank you,
C&G Early Ford Parts
1941 Commercial St
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 740-2400 (ph)
(760) 740-8700 (fax)
www.cgfordparts.com

Pat

[AWS3OldFords]

If one wanted to buy a 6 volt battery for a 34 Ford and was not concerned about original appearance, what amount of CCA should one look for? Any info. on how many CCA Ford had in their batteries back in 1934? Does anyone know the rating of the wire that goes from battery to starter, e.g. 4 awg or 2 awg or something else?
Any info would be appreciated.

[Firechickenzz]

I just ordered this. $41 shipped. Tar Topper

[Firechickenzz]

tartopperdotcom

[petehoovie]

Originally Posted by Firechickenzz

tartopperdotcom

https://www.tartopper.com/product/op...eptember-2018/

[Firechickenzz]

That's the one. I didn't have enough posts to include links yet. I should now.

[philipswanson]

I was thinking about the one with the Ford logos on the sides like Kirk White used to sell. His phone is not working.

[tubman]

That looks like it's specifically for 12 volt conversions. The posts are in the wrong place. I wonder if a 6 volt Optima would even fit without a bunch of changes.

[47Monarch]

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[philipswanson]

Originally Posted by tubman

That looks like it's specifically for 12 volt conversions. The posts are in the wrong place. I wonder if a 6 volt Optima would even fit without a bunch of changes.

The one Kirk White sold housed a 6 volt Optima perfectly with terminals on the proper side. Got one in my 40 wagon and 51 Victoria. Need one for my 51 wagon.

Any body know what happened to him? His phone rings and rings.

Phil Swanson

[Ford46]

Kirk White passed away several years ago.

[philipswanson]

So sorry to hear that.