Re: The Duchess Project: 1940 Super 8 Convertible Sedan
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
Both of my "Optima"batteries quit 16 months short of their guarantee.The 6v RedTop is tough to get. Optima says"Coming Soon." Because. I just got in fromthe Calif last night at 2 am and have to leave tomorrow morning on a 3 hour drive to NJ, I bought the highly recommended 7212 NAPA Commercial 6v battery recommended here for under the seat 1940 battery boxes. Only problem is, I can't get it to fit. The frame cuts across the right forward corner. Shall I cut a triangle out of the frame? I would especially like to hear from someone who actually has a 7212 Commercial in a 1940 Super 8. REAR WINDOW REGULATOR While. I wait for a response, Ross Miller replaced the gear in my rear window regulator, so I'll try to install that. I had more replacement gears made. Attach file: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
Posted on: 8/9 10:34
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Re: The Duchess Project: 1940 Super 8 Convertible Sedan
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Window is in.
BATTERY INSTALL I tried tipping toward the driver's side because there's more room there. I succeeded in popping off a cell cover and splashing a few drops of H2SO4. It's frustrating because it's so close. No one with a NAPA Commercial 7212 6 volt?
Posted on: 8/9 12:36
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Re: The Duchess Project: 1940 Super 8 Convertible Sedan
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Is it possible that your car has the battery Optima tray? I’ve never seen one but know that they are quite different than the stock one.
Posted on: 8/9 12:45
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Re: The Duchess Project: 1940 Super 8 Convertible Sedan
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Yes, I use the NAPA 7212 battery. It's a Group 4 battery; I've not checked the specifications for your car but I was reasonably sure it called for a Group 2 battery which is a bit smaller.
Posted on: 8/9 12:49
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Thanks, Dave. We’re going to Tractor Supply Co for one that fits. I’ll return the 7212. Maybe the optima replacement will get sorted out while I’m gone.
Posted on: 8/9 14:06
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