Re: authentic (looking?) battery 1954 Caribbean

Posted by Mr.Pushbutton  On 2010/5/13 15:59:55

Oh, Definitely go with the Optima inside the Willard case, just be certain to disconnect the battery during any period of non-use, even after driving to a show and parking. The Optima offers beaucoup cranking amps, but is not tolerant to deep-cycle discharges like a lead-acid battery. Not tolerant at all, so just be safe and disconnect it whenever you stop for any period of time. I might go so far as to put an ammeter (hand-held) between the battery and the "load" the post on the starter solenoid to see if there is any drain on the battery, locate the source of the drain and correct it before getting the Optima. You can't beat the cranking amps they stuff in such a small package.