51R Battery in Stock Battery Tray
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51R Battery in Stock Battery Tray
So I did a search and didn't find a definitive answer. Will a 51R size battery fit in the stock battery tray without modification? It seems as though the stock bracket will hold it down if you crank it down tight enough.
Anyone had any luck with it?
I know someone is going to say that I should get the TurboJeff battery tray, and I would love one, but it seems like the group buy that was going on for these things got messed up somehow.
Anyone had any luck with it?
I know someone is going to say that I should get the TurboJeff battery tray, and I would love one, but it seems like the group buy that was going on for these things got messed up somehow.
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I've used a Costco 51R in the stock battery tray with no problems. I did not have to overtighten the cross bar. It does a good job of holding it in place. The battery has not moved around at all. I also use the stock battery cover which I think helps to insulate the battery and keep it cool. I'm very happy with the setup.
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Originally Posted by dradon03
A Costco 51R? Please share.
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I just found the receipt. It was even cheaper than I thought. $39.48. It's a Kirkland brand, 51R, and it comes with a 3 year free replacement guarantee. After that it's pro-rated.
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Heh I just got a 51R Autocraft Titanium battery from Advance for like 60 or 70 bucks. No issues whatsoever. Guess the price has gone up a little since then:
http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductD...e=5005&PTSet=A
http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductD...e=5005&PTSet=A
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Originally Posted by rynberg
Yep. So what?
The guy before me had a battery leak rusted the car and everything under the battery bolts etc. were done. So that is my worry again with a wet battery.
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Same story with my car....previous owner had a battery leak. However, my Kirkland 51R has held up for over 3 years now under some punishing conditions (like 103F track days!).
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Originally Posted by cblake3
So I did a search and didn't find a definitive answer. Will a 51R size battery fit in the stock battery tray without modification? It seems as though the stock bracket will hold it down if you crank it down tight enough.
Anyone had any luck with it?
I know someone is going to say that I should get the TurboJeff battery tray, and I would love one, but it seems like the group buy that was going on for these things got messed up somehow.
Anyone had any luck with it?
I know someone is going to say that I should get the TurboJeff battery tray, and I would love one, but it seems like the group buy that was going on for these things got messed up somehow.
I ran a regular 51R battery in my FD for years without any issues. The 51R is a stock battery for Civics older Mitsubishis, etc. Any parts store should have one in stock.
With the Optima 51R (if they still make it) you have pretty much the same battery capacity as the larger stock battery. With the regular lead acid battery you lose some cranking amps but the FD doesn't mind. A 51R has a lot more capacity than one of the mini batteries.
Jeff
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FYI guys I've got 4 left and I probably won't make any more for at least 1 yr.
Here is a link to my old CYM with a med sized SMIC and the 51R. Notice the extra room beside the IC.
http://rides.webshots.com/photo/1277...34192742KTuPkY
Here is a link to my old CYM with a med sized SMIC and the 51R. Notice the extra room beside the IC.
http://rides.webshots.com/photo/1277...34192742KTuPkY
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Originally Posted by turbojeff
FYI guys I've got 4 left and I probably won't make any more for at least 1 yr.
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I bought a battery tray from jeff the other day. Now I just need to get the battery.
Originally Posted by ArmitageGVR4
Jeff's battery tray is an awesome product, the quality and fitment are top notch. You should seriously consider getting one if you want a 51R battery. You can't beat it for the price!
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Funny that the picture of your battery shows it when it had to be jumped.
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