Battery arrangement

Post by **RogerRust** » Sat May 26, 2007 5:25 pm

When you change the polarity you usually turn the battery round so that the terminals are at the front near the strap that holds the battery in. I don't like this arrangement so I've changed the connections and left the battery the original way round.

To be honest I'm not sure if I like it any better!! I think I might put a clip or two on the red cable to support it.

Post by **8009STEVE** » Sat May 26, 2007 5:30 pm

If you turn the battery around, then make sure you have clearance on the battery holder or it might short.

Post by **aupickup** » Sat May 26, 2007 6:15 pm

halfords may sell a battery with the postive on the right side and to the back
i got one from there a few years ago
was not a morris minor one tho, i think mayve mg not sure

Post by **Dominic** » Sat May 26, 2007 7:16 pm

Might be worth looking at Lincon batteries - long established manufacturers - they make batteries both ways round - and in black rubber cases with individual caps - perfect for the Morris Minor! I have one on my car, it has given very good service, and must be about 4 - 5 yrs old now!
http://www.lincon.co.uk

Post by **Peetee** » Sat May 26, 2007 10:54 pm

Looking at whay you have got I would fix 2 or 3 P-clips to the narrow lip at the top of the battery tray and hold the cable in them.