I've ordered a new 6V battery.
140 Ah instead of the usual 66Ah. AFAIK this is possible/able to fit were the normal battery should fit. Width is most important, lenght and hight are somewhat variable... Am i right? Or do is overlook something? How about the electrical aspects..? Will the generator charge normally or do i have to ad or change something?Any help is very appreciated.. Roger
height is very important since you don't want the seat springs to hit the top of the battery. It might have a "SHORT" life!
Good point! I didn't think of that one..
No electrical issues?
Thanks Roger
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Make sure the voltage regulator is in perfect condition. The original mechanical voltage regulator used with generators, serves dual purpose: it regulates charging voltage bellow 14V, but also prottects the generator from overcurrrent.
When you charge a battery from a partially or deep discharged state, the battery draws a larger charge current than when in almost fully charged state. A bigger capacity battery will draw even more charging current than a smaller capacity battery. This might overload your generator, unless the regulator is in good condition and cuts-out when the charging current exceeds a certain threshold.
Many car manufacturers state that you should not charge in the car a deeply discharged battery or you could damage the generator/alternator.
A bit more capacity won't hurt, but more than double the original capacity will be a problem if you let the battery discharge.
Bill Spiliotopoulos, '67 bug.
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My 68 convertible has electrically heated seats now... :)
Bet it's not in the rear. LOL
Bought it this afternoon. Way too big. The top of the battery sits onto the seat rest, the groundstrap is a little short and the battery securestrap is a lot to short. Otoh, when i finally hooked up the battery, the car started with the first turn. Without the clamps tightened! I think i will modify the seatrest and securestrap and put some kind of lid ontop of the battery.
Thanks for all the input guy's
Roger
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Went back to the store and changed the battery for a 77 Ah. Somehow your advise kept me from keeping the 140 Ah. Probably for the best.
Thanks Bill! Roger
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