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VWBoothy Casual Dubber

27 posts · joined Jun 2014 ·

#999186
hey, i got a 1200 motor, its been converted. has the alternator, and still running 6v starter, my car never came with a battery. i want to know what one i need, or you can recommend. i rang repco today the guy said 'I dont know, bring in your old one, and we will match it' I said i didnt have one. and they hung up on me lol..
62' Beetle

VWBoothy Casual Dubber

27 posts · joined Jun 2014 ·

#999188
i know i need a 12v battery, just dont know what size
62' Beetle

barls Administrator Causer of Chaos and Mayhem

9,473 posts · joined Jun 2004 ·

#999190
when im outside tomorrow ill get the numbers off the one i have.
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VWBoothy Casual Dubber

27 posts · joined Jun 2014 ·

#999191
Thanks heaps barls
62' Beetle

ACE76 Seriously Crusin Dubber

105 posts · joined Aug 2005 ·

#999198
There are quite small 12V batteries, as in 12V type 3's. You need to CHECK the terminals are on the correct side, ie to match the position of the clamps. Some won't work -- despite fitting into the space. Also height may need to be checked. If the shop doesn't have one to fit, they should be able to order one.
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barls Administrator Causer of Chaos and Mayhem

9,473 posts · joined Jun 2004 ·

#999217
ok ive got a din 53L mf. its the correct orientation and recessed terminals.
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hulbyw Insano Dub Head

819 posts · joined Sep 2009 ·

#999218
Recessed terminals is the way to go as well as a cover over the positive terminal.
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VWBoothy Casual Dubber

27 posts · joined Jun 2014 ·

#999247
Thanks heaps guys, got the battery and terminals today, soo close to getting this running, just gotto join some wires and fit the accelerator cable then fingers crossed 😀
62' Beetle

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11,654 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#999277
Good News

Don't forget to place something over the battery so when some one gets onto the rear seat on their knees and the seat springs hit the positive terminal....


that"s how many early Beetles went up in flames..

Lee
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